Icc cricket announces exiting schedule of warm up matches ahead of men's T20 World cup 2024
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The ICC Men's T20 World Cup is on the horizon, and the warm-up matches are like the conductor's tap before the symphony begins. From May 27th to June 1st, cricketing nations will be fine-tuning their instruments across the USA and the idyllic climes of Trinidad and Tobago. Cricket devotees in Texas and Florida can witness their heroes engage in a pre-tournament dance at the stadiums in Grand Prairie and Broward County. Even the Caribbean islands, known for their laid-back charm, are joining the crescendo, hosting matches at the hallowed Queen's Park Oval and the illustrious Brian Lara Cricket Academy.
Here's the twist: a staggering 17 teams will be taking guard in these preparatory matches. South Africa is even holding an internal performance to polish their tactics. These matches will be a whirlwind of cricketing prowess, each side wielding the willow for 20 overs. This allows teams to experiment with their formations and strategies, a crucial dress rehearsal before the main spectacle. Don't be lulled by the unofficial nature – these encounters are a golden opportunity for players to shed any pre-tournament jitters and hone their skills to a razor's edge.
Adding another layer of intrigue, teams have the autonomy to choose their number of warm-up matches based on their arrival schedule. And for cricket enthusiasts, there's a delightful coda! The enthralling clash between the West Indies and Australia in Trinidad will be a public affair. So, secure your tickets (available online and at designated outlets) and immerse yourself in the electrifying pre-tournament atmosphere!
Monday 27 May
Canada v Nepal, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Grand Prairie, Texas 10:30
Oman v Papua New Guinea, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago 15:00
Namibia v Uganda, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago 19:00
Tuesday 28 May
Sri Lanka v Netherlands, Broward County Stadium, Broward County, Florida 10:30
Bangladesh v USA, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Grand Prairie, Texas 10:30
Australia v Namibia, Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago 19:00
Wednesday 29 May
South Africa intra-squad, Broward County Stadium, Broward County, Florida 10:30
Afghanistan v Oman, Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago 13:00
Thursday 30 May
Nepal v USA, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Grand Prairie, Texas 10:30
Scotland v Uganda, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago 10:30
Netherlands v Canada, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Grand Prairie, Texas 15:00
Namibia v Papua New Guinea, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago 15:00
West Indies v Australia, Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago 19:00
Friday 31 May
Ireland v Sri Lanka, Broward County Stadium, Broward County, Florida 10:30
Scotland v Afghanistan, Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago 10:30
Saturday 1 June
Bangladesh v India, Venue TBC USA