Dubai: As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 approaches, teams are starting to gather in the United Arab Emirates for the tournament scheduled for October. The 10-team event will feature top international squads, with several teams already announcing their line-ups for the highly anticipated competition.

According to International Cricket Council, Group A will see strong contenders with Australia’s team led by Alyssa Healy and including notable players like Ellyse Perry and Beth Mooney. India’s squad, under the captaincy of Harmanpreet Kaur, boasts talents such as Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma, with several players pending fitness confirmation. Pakistan’s team is captained by Fatima Sana and features key all-rounder Nida Dar among others. However, New Zealand has yet to announce their squad.

Group B remains largely under wraps with Bangladesh, England, Scotland, South Africa, and the West Indies still to reveal their teams. This staggered announcement of squads adds to the suspense and buildup towards what promises to be a closely contested tournament.

The teams that have been announced are beginning to arrive in the UAE, setting the stage for what is expected to be a showcase of the best in women’s cricket. The World Cup will not only highlight the talents and skills of these athletes but also bring attention to the growing prominence of women’s cricket on the global stage.