Fasten your seat belts for it’s time for ‘Gol guttam lakad battam de danadan pratiyogita’!
Eighty minutes. Twenty overs. Nine Fielders. Two Batsmen. One Bowler. And more than a billion people coming together and praying for the victory. That is exactly what cricket is. Bringing this sport to a whole new level is the famous T20 World Cup 2020 that is nothing less than a fast and the furious one-day version of the most-awaited matches. Appealing immensely to the crowds, the World Cup this year has every cricket aficionado waiting eagerly with their hearts in their mouth!
Hosted by International Cricket Council or ICC every year for the past two years, this men’s T20 cricket world cup is back and how! Praying with held breath for the ball to hit a six when it forms a parabola in the air and roaring when the empire raises both hands above his head is a joy like no other. Bringing together the communities, cricket is not just any other sport. It’s a feeling. This piece has answers to all your questions while we wait for the biggest tournament of the year!
Details About T20 World Cup 2020
Here is a list of important details that one might need answers to when planning to attend the craziest and the most exciting cricket tournament of all time!
Start Date
18th October 2020
End Date
15th November 2020
T20 World Cup 2020 Venue
Find below the T20 World Cup 2020 venue for qualifiers as well as the Super 12 matches.
Qualifiers:
Simonds Stadium, Geelong, Australia
Bellerive Oval, Hobart Australia
T20 Matches:
Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia
Perth Stadium, Perth, Australia
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne, Australia
The Gabba, Brisbane
Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
The Super 12s Direct Qualifying Teams
West Indies
India
Australia
Pakistan
England
New Zealand
South Africa
Afghanistan
Direct Qualifying Teams Into T20 Global Qualifier
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
Winner of Group A
Winner of Group B
Runner-up of Group A
Runner-up of Group B
2019-End – Other Teams Fighting For Global Qualifiers
These 14 teams will be fighting for the top six spots of the first round of the T20 Global Qualifier.
Zimbabwe
Ireland
Scotland
Netherlands
Hong Kong
Oman
8 teams from Africa, the Americas, Asia, East Asia-Pacific, and Europe
T20 World Cup Fixtures And Schedule
Find below the T20 World Cup 2020 schedule that exhibits the dates, teams, venue, and other match details.
First Round
| Group A | Group B |
| Sri Lanka | Bangladesh |
| A2 | B2 |
| A3 | B3 |
| A4 | B4 |
Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 18 October | Sri Lanka vs A3 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 18 October | A2 vs A4 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 19 October | Bangladesh vs B3 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 19 October | B2 vs B4 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 20 October | A3 vs A4 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 20 October | Sri Lanka vs A2 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 21 October | B3 vs B4 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 21 October | Bangladesh vs B2 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 22 October | A2 vs A3 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 22 October | Sri Lanka vs A4 | Kardinia Park, Geelong |
| 23 October | B2 vs B3 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 23 October | Bangladesh vs B4 | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
Super 12
| Group 1 | Group 2 |
| Pakistan | India |
| Australia | England |
| New Zealand | South Africa |
| West Indies | Afghanistan |
| Group A winner | Group B winner |
| Group B runner-up | Group A runner-up |
Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 24 October | Australia vs Pakistan | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 24 October | India vs South Africa | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 25 October | Group A winner vs Group B runner-up | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 25 October | New Zealand vs West Indies | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 26 October | Afghanistan vs Group A runner-up | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 26 October | England vs Group B winner | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 27 October | New Zealand vs Group B runner-up | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| 28 October | Afghanistan vs Group B winner | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 28 October | Australia vs West Indies | Perth Stadium, Perth |
| 29 October | Pakistan vs Group A winner | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 29 October | India vs Group A runner-up | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 30 October | England vs South Africa | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 30 October | England vs South Africa | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 31 October | Pakistan vs New Zealand | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| 31 October | Australia vs Group A winner | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| 1 November | South Africa vs Afghanistan | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 1 November | India vs England | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 2 November | Group A runner-up vs Group B winner | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 2 November | New Zealand vs Group A winner | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| 3 November | Pakistan vs West Indies | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 3 November | Australia vs Group B runner-up | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 4 November | England vs Afghanistan | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| 5 November | South Africa vs Group A runner-up | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 5 November | India vs Group B winner | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 6 November | Pakistan vs Group B runner-up | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 6 November | Australia vs New Zealand | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 7 November | England vs Group A runner-up | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| 7 November | West Indies vs Group A winner | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| 8 November | South Africa vs Group B winner | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| 8 November | India vs Afghanistan | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
Ticket Prices For T20 World Cup 2020
Find below the ticket prices for final and semi-final matches taking place in Australia.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Final, 15th November
| Category A | Category B | Category C | Category D | Category E | |
| Adult | $395 or INR 27,900 | $295 or INR 20,850 | $225 or INR 18,000 | $175 or INR 12,370 | $12 or INR 850 |
| Child | – | – | $60 or INR 4240 | $40 or INR 2830 | $20 or INR 1410 |
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Semi-Final 1, 11th November
| Category A | Category B | Category C | Category D | Category E | |
| Adult | $245 or INR 17,315 | $215 or INR 15,200 | $170 or INR 12,000 | $140 or INR 9,900 | $90 or INR 6360 |
| Child | – | – | $50 or INR 3,500 | $35 or INR 2470 | $20 or INR 1410 |
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Semi-Final 2, 12th November
| Category A | Category B | Category C | Category D | GA | |
| Adult | $165 or INR 11,660 | $125 or INR 8,840 | $80 or INR 5,600 | $40 or INR 2,800 | $40 or INR 2,800 |
| Child | – | – | $20 or INR 1,400 | $10 or INR 700 | $10 or INR 700 |
Things To Keep In Mind
Here are a few pointers that one should keep in mind when planning to attend the T20 World Cup in the year 2020.
How Well In Advance To Book Flight Tickets
How much fun traveling by flight might be, there are always a few factors that one should keep in mind such as timings, dates, and the flight company one chooses to travel with. In order to avoid getting disappointed because of the fully-booked flights and in order to avoid paying extra charges that could have easily been dodged, one should make sure that they book their tickets well-in-advance. It is advised that one books their flight tickets during the ‘Prime Booking Window’. This period is at least four months to a maximum of three weeks before the day of departure.
When Do The Match Tickets Go Live
Just like the flight tickets, the chances of World Cup tickets getting sold out are pretty high. It is always better to be aware about the dates of registration to avoid any kind of disappointment. For T20 World Cup 2020 the sale of tickets would commence on 18th October for both qualifiers and Super 12 matches.
Best Accommodation For Near Each Venue For Each Budget
There is no dearth of places to stay in Australia, irrespective of what the budgets of travelers are. Take a look!
Simonds Stadium, Geelong
Luxury stays: Quest Geelong
Budget-Friendly: Discovery Parks
Bellerive Oval, Hobart Australia
Luxury stays: MACq 01 Hotel
Budget-Friendly: The Pickled Frog
Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Luxury stays: Holiday Inn Darling Habour
Budget-Friendly: The Village Surry Hills
Perth Stadium, Perth
Luxury stays: COMO The Treasury
Budget-Friendly: Haus Accommodation
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Luxury stays: The Westin Melbourne
Budget-Friendly: 15 Charles Abbotsford Mansion
The Gabba, Brisbane
Luxury stays: Mantra South Bank, Brisbane
Budget-Friendly: Gonow Family Backpacker Hostel
Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Luxury stays: Adelaide DressCircle Apartments
Budget-Friendly: Blue Galah Backpackers Hostel
What To Pack
T20 World Cup 2020 venue i.e. Australia experiences an extremely pleasant and welcoming weather in the months of October and November. Since it’s neither too hot nor too cold, one should pack the following things when traveling to the land of the Outback for the biggest cricket tournament of the year.
Outfits: T-shirts, trousers, jeans, dresses, comfortable shoes, and a light jacket or hoodie
Electronics: Camera, rechargeable batteries, multi-pin chargers
Accessories and cosmetics: Hat, sunnies, wet wipes, sunscreen, mosquito repellents
How To Reach T20 World Cup
Since Australia is one of the most popular and loved countries amongst flocks of travelers, commuting to this destination has been made much easier and feasible. The fastest and the most common mode of reaching this beautiful country is via airways. Australia is well-connected with the major parts of the world through airways only. The country has no land connection with the majority of the world. This country is home to several international airports, with Melbourne and Sydney being the busiest. Air India is the only direct flight that connects India to Australia. Other flights that fly to Australia include Jet Airways, Cathay Dragon, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways.
T20 World Cup 2020 is one cricket tournament that glues spectators to their televisions. Bringing together people from all over the country, T20 World Cup is ready to leave its mark yet again. Why enjoy the record-hitting tournament on air while you can support your country and the players from the bleachers. Apply for your offs, plan your escape to Australia , and get ready to witness the most-awaited match live!
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Frequently Asked Questions About T20 World Cup 2020
What is the buzz around the T20 World Cup?
T20 World Cup is held once every 4 years. The first edition was started in the year 2007 and the latest year being 2016. The next World Cup T20 is all set to be held in the year 2020.
What is the venue for the World Cup T20?
The venue for World Cup T20 is Australia. Matches will be held across different cities in Australia like Perth, Brisbane, Geelong, etc.
Who is heading the Indian team for the World Cup T20?
Virat Kohli, the current captain of the Indian team is heading the team for World Cup T20. His captaincy is known to produce good results.
Which are the matches of T20 most looked forward to?
The matches between India & Pakistan, India & Australia, and India & Bangladesh are most looked forward to. After winning the World Cup 2019, the matches between England and other countries like New Zealand are also eagerly awaited.
Who are the official sponsors for T20?
The big names which one can spot usually during the World Cup tournaments and other major tournaments are the official sponsors for the T20 matches as well. Coca-Cola, MRF Tyres, and Royal Stag are a few to mention.
Where to buy tickets for the World Cup T20 matches?
The booking for the T20 matches will open only in late 2020. The matches set to happen in places around Australia will have their stadium ticket counters selling the tickets. There are also facilities where one can book tickets online.
Which are the official broadcasters of World Cup T20?
Star Network is the official broadcaster of World Cup T20. It has been a tradition sort being followed for the past many years.
Is World Cup T20 set to happen in India?
No, as all the matches are scheduled to happen in Australia, no matches would happen in India. There are chances to witness the T20 matches if India hosts World Cup T20 soon.
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