Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled comprehensive broadcast arrangements for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, set to start on October 3rd. The tournament will feature 23 matches over 18 days, culminating in the final on October 20th in Dubai, with 10 teams competing for the title.
According to International Cricket Council, this year’s broadcast strategy aims to reach more fans worldwide than any previous women’s ICC event. High-profile broadcast partnerships are set to deliver live coverage across various platforms globally. In India, the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar will provide coverage with multiple language commentaries, while matches will be available on STARZON for free in the UAE and the entire MENA region.
In the UK and Ireland, the action will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Cricket and its digital platforms. Australian fans can watch all matches on Amazon Prime Video, which also offers Hindi commentary for India matches and post-match highlights. Fans in New Zealand will turn to Sky Sport NZ as their primary broadcaster.
The coverage extends across multiple regions with SuperSport Cricket handling broadcasts in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. WillowTV will serve fans in the US and Canada, and ESPN Caribbean will broadcast in the Caribbean region. Additionally, the ICC will stream the tournament live on ICC.tv in 116 territories including Afghanistan, Continental Europe, the Pacific Islands, and South-East Asia, enhancing access and engagement with the sport.
Live audio commentary will also be available globally, featuring expert analysis and updates, accessible via the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup website and mobile app’s Match Centre.