The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 . The ICC decided to relocate the event, initially planned for Bangladesh, due to concerns over travel advisories affecting several teams.
Why the Venue Change?
The ICC decided to move the tournament due to safety concerns related to travel advisories for Bangladesh. These advisories raised significant concerns about the event’s logistics and safety. To address these issues, the ICC looked for an alternative venue. They chose the UAE as the new location for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. The UAE was selected because it has a well-established cricket infrastructure. Additionally, the UAE has extensive experience in hosting international tournaments.
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Tournament Schedule and Locations
The ICC has scheduled the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 for October 3 to 20, 2024. Dubai and Sharjah, which are two of the UAE’s top cricket venues, will host the matches. Known for their world-class facilities and experience, these cities have a strong track record of hosting high-profile cricket events, ensuring that the tournament will be conducted smoothly and successfully.
ICC Chairperson’s Statement on the Venue Change
“It is a shame not to be hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh as we know the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) would have staged a memorable event,” ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed confidence in the decision to move the tournament to the UAE. He emphasized that the safety of all participants was the top priority and highlighted the UAE’s capability to host such a prestigious event. “The UAE has proven time and again that it has the facilities and infrastructure to stage world-class events. We are confident that this change will ensure the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup is a great success,”.
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