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Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Team-by-Team Guide to the Tournament
The Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to take place from September 26 to October 16, 2024, with matches being played in the United States and the West Indies.
A total of 16 teams will participate in the tournament, including the top eight teams from the ICC T20I rankings as of November 30, 2023, and the winners of the seven regional qualifiers.
The teams have been divided into two groups of eight, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super 12 stage.
The Super 12 stage will be followed by the semi-finals and the final.
Group A
India
India is one of the favorites to win the tournament. The team has a strong batting lineup led by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and a formidable bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah.
Pakistan
Pakistan is another strong contender for the title. The team has a well-balanced squad with experienced players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, and young players like Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Ireland
Ireland is a rising star in international cricket. The team has upset some of the top teams in recent years and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Canada
Canada is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
USA
USA is hosting the tournament along with the West Indies. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Group B
England
England is the defending champion. The team has a strong all-around squad led by Jos Buttler.
Australia
Australia is another strong contender for the title. The team has a well-balanced squad with experienced players like David Warner and Pat Cummins.
Namibia
Namibia is a rising star in international cricket. The team has upset some of the top teams in recent years and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Scotland
Scotland is another rising star in international cricket. The team has upset some of the top teams in recent years and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Oman
Oman is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Group C
West Indies
West Indies is a two-time T20 World Cup champion. The team has a strong batting lineup led by Chris Gayle and Andre Russell.
New Zealand
New Zealand is a consistent performer in ICC tournaments. The team has a strong all-around squad led by Kane Williamson.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan is a rising star in international cricket. The team has upset some of the top teams in recent years and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Uganda
Uganda is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Group D
South Africa
South Africa is a strong contender for the title. The team has a well-balanced squad led by Temba Bavuma.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a former T20 World Cup champion. The team has a strong batting lineup led by Kusal Perera and Dasun Shanaka.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh is a rising star in international cricket. The team has upset some of the top teams in recent years and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Netherlands
Netherlands is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Nepal
Nepal is making its debut in the T20 World Cup. The team is not expected to advance to the knockout stages.
Source: Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: team-by-team guide to the tournament