The highly anticipated warm-up match between Sri Lanka Women and Bangladesh Women as part of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 is set to take place on September 28, 2024. The match will be held at the ICC Academy in Dubai, with the start time scheduled for 07:30 PM local time.
Teams and Squads
Both teams have announced their squads for the warm-up match. The Sri Lanka Women's squad includes key players such as Harshitha Madhavi, Hasini Perera, Nilakshika Silva, Vishmi Gunarathne, and the experienced Chamari Athapaththu. Other notable players in the squad are Kaveesha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani, and Inoka Ranaweera.
On the other hand, the Bangladesh Women's team will feature players like Murshida Khatun, Shathi Rani, Sobhana Mostary, and the captain Nigar Sultana. Other significant players in the Bangladesh squad include Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Dilara Akter, and Jahanara Alam.
Tournament Overview
The 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, originally scheduled to be hosted in Bangladesh from October 3 to 20, 2024, has been relocated to the United Arab Emirates due to ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh. Despite the change in venue, the Bangladesh Cricket Board retains the hosting rights.
The tournament will feature 10 teams divided into two groups, with each team playing against the others in their group once. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, and the winners of these matches will compete in the final on October 20, 2024, at Dubai.
Warm-Up Matches Significance
The warm-up matches are crucial for both teams as they prepare for the main tournament. These matches provide an opportunity for the teams to fine-tune their strategies, assess player form, and acclimate to the conditions in the UAE. The Sri Lanka Women vs Bangladesh Women match is the second warm-up match in the series and is expected to be a competitive encounter.
Ticket Information and Venue Details
Tickets for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 are now available for purchase through the official ICC website. The matches will be held across two cities in the UAE – Dubai and Sharjah. Tickets are priced starting from 5 AED, with premium seating available at 40 AED. Notably, entry is free for anyone under the age of 18, as part of the ICC's initiative to inspire the next generation of cricket fans.
Live Coverage
Fans can follow the live updates of the Sri Lanka Women vs Bangladesh Women match through various cricket websites and platforms. The match will be covered with live scores, commentary, and detailed updates on player performances and match statistics.
As the teams gear up for this important warm-up match, it promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter, setting the stage for the main tournament that begins in early October.
