The 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup will kick off with a thrilling opening match between England and South Africa. Excitement is mounting as cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this major event in the women’s cricket calendar.

Schedule Overview

The tournament opener promises an exciting clash between England and South Africa, igniting the competitive spirit immediately.

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The inaugural day features host nation Bangladesh facing off against a qualifier team in Dhaka. England and South Africa will also compete, setting the stage for an action-packed tournament.

The marquee match between traditional rivals India and Pakistan is scheduled for October 6 in Sylhet, adding to the tournament’s intrigue and excitement.

Groupings

Group A comprises powerhouse teams Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, and a qualifier, ensuring fierce competition. Group B includes South Africa, England, West Indies, Bangladesh, and another qualifier, promising thrilling encounters.

Venue Details

Matches will be split between two venues, with Group A games in Sylhet and Group B in Dhaka, providing cricket fans across Bangladesh with opportunities to witness world-class cricket.

A total of 10 teams will be part of the tournament – two teams to be decided through the Qualifiers – with 23 matches to be held in total. The top two sides from both groups will feature in the semifinals.

Bangladesh proudly hosts the Women’s T20 World Cup for the second time, showcasing its passion for cricket and commitment to promoting the women’s game on the global stage.

Defending Champions

Australia enters the tournament as defending champions, having emerged victorious in the 2023 T20 World Cup final against South Africa. Past winners and their legacies add to the tournament’s rich history and anticipation.

Remaining Qualifiers

The final two spots in the Women’s T20 World Cup will be decided through the global qualifying tournament in Abu Dhabi, which will involve Sri Lanka, UAE, Scotland, and Ireland. The outcome of these matches will shape the tournament’s dynamics and competitiveness.

Full schedule

Date	Match	Time (Local)	Venue
October 3	England v South Africa	15:00	Dhaka
October 3	Bangladesh v Qualifier 2	19:00	Dhaka
October 4	Australia v Qualifier 1	15:00	Sylhet
October 4	India v New Zealand	19:00	Sylhet
October 5	South Africa v West Indies	15:00	Dhaka
October 5	Bangladesh v England	19:00	Dhaka
October 6	New Zealand v Qualifier 1	15:00	Sylhet
October 6	India v Pakistan	19:00	Sylhet
October 7	West Indies v Qualifier 2	19:00	Dhaka
October 8	Australia v Pakistan	19:00	Sylhet
October 9	Bangladesh v West Indies	15:00	Dhaka
October 9	India v Qualifier 1	19:00	Sylhet
October 10	South Africa v Qualifier 2	19:00	Dhaka
October 11	Australia v New Zealand	15:00	Sylhet
October 11	Pakistan v Qualifier 1	19:00	Sylhet
October 12	England v West Indies	15:00	Dhaka
October 12	Bangladesh v South Africa	19:00	Dhaka
October 13	Pakistan v New Zealand	15:00	Sylhet
October 13	India v Australia	19:00	Sylhet
October 14	England v Qualifier 2	19:00	Dhaka
October 17	First semi-final	19:00	Sylhet
October 18	Second semi-final	19:00	Dhaka
October 20	Final	19:00	Dhaka