Wed Oct 02 11:36:03 UTC 2024: ## Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Kicks Off in UAE with 10 Teams Vying for Title

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to begin in the United Arab Emirates on October 3rd, with 10 teams competing for the coveted title in a total of 23 matches.

Defending champions Australia, boasting a strong squad and a wealth of all-rounders, are favorites to win their seventh World Cup title. India, the 2020 finalists, are also looking to make their mark under the leadership of experienced captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who has participated in every edition of the tournament.

The tournament will feature two groups of five teams each, with teams playing each other once in a round-robin format. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals on October 17th and 18th, leading up to the final on October 20th at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

The opening match on October 3rd will see Bangladesh face Scotland in Group B at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. India’s campaign starts on October 4th against New Zealand in Dubai, with the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash scheduled for October 6th at the same venue.

Cricket enthusiasts in India can watch all the action live on Star Sports Network TV channels and on the Disney+Hotstar app and website.

With a competitive field and several exciting matchups in store, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be a thrilling spectacle of women’s cricket.

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