Countdown to T20 World Cup: India and Sri Lanka Co-Host 10th Edition Amid Regional Tensions
Summary
The 10th ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, will run from Saturday to March 8 amid regional diplomatic tensions, featuring 20 teams and 55 matches across eight venues.
Key Points
- The 10th ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka from Saturday until March 8.
- The tournament comprises 55 matches across eight venues located in India and Sri Lanka.
- Pakistan requested all its matches be played in Sri Lanka due to security concerns amid regional tensions.
- Twenty teams, including debutants Italy and absent Bangladesh, will compete, with prize money last totaling $11.25 million in 2024.