Free Entry for Under-18 Fans at This Mega ICC Tournament! Check Details

Dubai: With just over 20 days left until the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the ICC has unveiled an exciting offer: match tickets will start at just five dirhams (₹114.28), with free entry for fans under 18.

This initiative aims to boost attendance and leave a lasting impact on the UAE, where the tournament will take place. The announcement was accompanied by a spectacular laser show on the Burj Khalifa.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice highlighted the UAE’s cultural diversity, calling it a “home World Cup” for all 10 teams. “The whole world is represented here, meaning players can expect passionate support from fans. I’m pleased to announce that tickets will be available from just five dirhams, and Under-18s will attend for free,” he said during a media briefing.

The tournament kicks off on October 3, featuring 10 teams competing in 23 matches over 18 days. Group A includes Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, while Group B features Bangladesh, England, South Africa, West Indies, and Scotland. The format follows a round-robin structure, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stages.

The event begins in Sharjah with Bangladesh taking on Scotland. The semi-finals will be held on October 17 in Dubai and October 18 in Sharjah, with the final slated for October 20 in Dubai. Teams will also play warm-up matches from September 28 to October 1.