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The 2024 T20 World Cup is scheduled to kick off in the United States, with the ICC planning a grand opening ceremony to mark the beginning of this prestigious event. Hosted at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, the tournament will commence on June 1st with a match between co-hosts USA and Canada.
Prior to the inaugural game starting at 6 am, a lavish opening ceremony is set to unfold a few hours earlier, providing fans worldwide, including those in India, with an exciting spectacle to witness on the morning of June 2nd.
With 20 teams vying for victory, the tournament is structured into four groups of five teams each. Following the group stage, the top eight teams will advance to the Super 8 phase, where they’ll compete in a round-robin format to determine the four strongest teams for the semi-finals. From there, the knockout phase will decide the contenders for the coveted T20 World Cup final.
England, the reigning champions of the T20 World Cup, clinched the title in 2022 by defeating Pakistan in a thrilling final. Jos Buttler, who led the team to victory in that tournament, will once again take the helm as they embark on their campaign in the United States and the West Indies. Placed in Group B, England will face stiff competition from Australia, Scotland, Oman, and Namibia.
Rohit Sharma will lead India’s charge in the T20 World Cup 2024. With aspirations for a second title since their 2007 triumph, Sharma will guide a star-studded squad featuring the likes of Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah. The Men in Blue are among the frontrunners to claim the championship, sharing the favorites tag with England and Australia.
ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony; here is all you need to know:
When is the ICC T20 World Cup opening ceremony taking place?
The ICC T20 World Cup opening ceremony is scheduled for June 1 in the USA (June 2 in India).
Where is the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony happening?
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony will be held at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, United States.
What time can we expect the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony to start?
The official timing for the T20 World Cup 2024 ceremony is yet to be confirmed by the ICC. However, it’s anticipated to commence approximately two hours before the first match between USA and Canada, slated for 6 am IST.
Who will be the performers at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony?
A lineup of renowned DJs and singers is expected to grace the stage at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony. Among them are David Rudder, Ravi B, Erphaan Alves, DJ Ana, and Ultra.
Which TV channels will broadcast the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony?
Viewers in India can catch the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony live on the Star Sports Network.
How can I stream the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony live?
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 opening ceremony will be available for live streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar App in India.