Thu Oct 03 03:57:36 UTC 2024: ## Women’s T20 World Cup Kicks Off in UAE, Australia Aiming for Record Seventh Title

**Sharjah, UAE:** The ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup commenced today in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with 10 teams vying for the coveted title. The tournament was moved to the UAE from Bangladesh due to political unrest and violence in the original host nation, though Bangladesh remains the official host.

The opening match saw Bangladesh facing off against Scotland at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The second match of the day featured a clash between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, also at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

India, placed in Group A, will begin their campaign on October 4th against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

The tournament follows a group stage format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. The final is scheduled for October 20th in Dubai.

Australia, the reigning champions and six-time winners, will be looking to extend their dominance and claim a record seventh title. The Alyssa Healy-led side is expected to be a strong contender throughout the tournament.

Fans can catch all the action live on Star Sports Network in India, with Disney+Hotstar offering free live streaming.

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