The race for the final two spots at the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is on. Get ready for thrilling cricket action as ten teams battle it out at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in the UAE.
Find out everything you need to know, including the schedule, teams, format, and how to watch all the excitement.
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How did teams reach this stage?
Eight teams earned their place in the Qualifier through grueling regional competitions:
Asia: Thailand and UAE
Europe: Netherlands and Scotland
Africa: Uganda and Zimbabwe
Americas: USA
East Asia-Pacific: Vanuatu
Sri Lanka and Ireland, who missed automatic qualification for the 2024 World Cup, will also fight for their spot.
What is the format?
- Teams are divided into two groups (A and B) of five.
- Each team plays all others in their group once.
- The top two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals.
- Semi-final winners secure ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 spots and progress to the tournament final.
Group A preview
Sri Lanka: Tournament favorites boasting a win over South Africa and experience at the Asian Games.
Thailand: Strong bowling and fielding, led by the experienced Nattaya Boochatham.
Scotland: Fresh off a win over Ireland, with key players like Sarah and Kathryn Bryce.
Uganda: A force in Africa with all-rounders Janet Mbabazi and Rita Musamali.
USA: A young, developing side with potential.
Group B preview
Ireland: Aiming to bounce back and secure qualification.
Zimbabwe: Strong winners in the African qualifiers.
Netherlands: Rising team with a win over Scotland under their belt.
UAE: Winners of the Asia Qualifier and ACC Women’s Premier Cup.
Vanuatu: The surprise package, beating Papua New Guinea with talented young players.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier Schedule
Thursday, 25 April
Sri Lanka vs Thailand at Tolerance Oval
Scotland vs Uganda at Tolerance Oval
Ireland vs UAE at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Zimbabwe vs Vanuatu at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Saturday, 27 April
Vanuatu vs Netherlands at Tolerance Oval
UAE vs Zimbabwe at Tolerance Oval
Uganda vs USA at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Scotland vs Sri Lanka at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Monday, 29 April
USA vs Scotland at Tolerance Oval
Uganda vs Thailand at Tolerance Oval
Ireland vs Zimbabwe at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Netherlands vs UAE at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Wednesday, 1 May
Zimbabwe vs Netherlands at Tolerance Oval
Vanuatu vs Ireland at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Sri Lanka vs Uganda at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Thailand vs USA at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Friday, 3 May
Thailand vs Scotland at Tolerance Oval
USA vs Sri Lanka at Zayed Cricket Stadium
UAE vs Vanuatu at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Netherlands vs Ireland at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Semi-Finals (Sunday, 5 May)
Semi-Final 1 at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Semi-Final 2 at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Final (Tuesday, 7 May)
Final at Zayed Cricket Stadium
Warm-up matches
Each team will play two warm-up matches from April 21 to April 23.
Sunday, 21 April
Sri Lanka vs Netherlands, Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi
Thailand vs UAE, Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi
Zimbabwe vs USA, Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Ireland vs Scotland, Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Uganda vs Vanuatu, Mohan Oval, Abu Dhabi
Tuesday, 23 April
Uganda vs UAE, Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi
Sri Lanka vs Vanuatu, Tolerance Oval, Abu Dhabi
Thailand vs Netherlands, Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Zimbabwe vs Scotland, Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Ireland vs USA, Mohan Oval, Abu Dhabi
Where to watch?
Catch all the action from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024 for free on ICC.tv (available in selected regions).
Let the battle for World Cup glory begin.
Venues
Two Abu Dhabi venues will host the exciting ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier matches:
Tolerance Oval
Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium
Both venues will see a mix of day and night games during the Group Stage, ensuring 20 matches are played within five thrilling matchdays.
The Zayed Cricket Stadium will host the high-stakes semi-finals and the grand final on May 7th.
Fixtures
The Group Stage will feature a total of 20 matches.
The top two teams from each group will progress to the semi-finals.
Semi-final winners will secure their spot in the main ICC Women’s T20 World Cup event.
All Teams’ squads detail for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier 2024
Netherlands Women: Heather Siegers (c), Babette de Leede, Hannah Landheer, Iris Zwilling, Jolien van Vliet, Merel Dekeling, Phebe Molkenboer, Robine Rijke, Sanya Khurana, Silver Siegers, Sterre Kalis, Carlijn van Koolwijk, Caroline de Lange, Eva Lynch, Frédérique Overdijk.
Reserves: Myrthe van den Raad (travelling), Annemijn Thomson, Isabel van der Woning, Mikkie Zwilling
Ireland Women: Laura Delany (c), Ava Canning, Alana Dalzell, Georgina Dempsey, Amy Hunter, Cara Murray, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Eimear Richardson, Rebecca Stokell, Arlene Kelly, Gaby Lewis, Louise Little, Joanna Loughran, Jane Maguire.
Sri Lanka Women: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshi de Silva, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Achini Kulasuriya, Hansima Karunaratne, Kawya Kavindi, Inoshi Fernando, Sugandika Kumari, Sashini Gimhani, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, Anushka Sanjeewani, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera.
Vanuatu Women: Selina Solman (c), Rachel Andrew, Maiyllisse Carlot, Alvina Chilia, Gillian Chilia, Raylin Ova, Susan Stephen, Mahina Tarimiala, Vanessa Vira, Leimauri Chilia, Lissing Enock, Natalia Kakor, Valenta Langiatu, Vicky Mansale, Nasimana Navaika.
Scotland women: Kathryn Bryce (c), Chloe Abel, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Katherine Fraser, Saskia Horley, Lorna Jack, Ailsa Lister, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Hannah Rainey, Nayma Sheikh, Rachel Slater, Ellen Watson
Uganda Women: Janet Mbabazi (c), Rita Musamali (vc), Consy Aweko, Evelyn Anyipo, Kevin Awino, Stephanie Nampiina, Immaculate Nakisuyi, Sarah Akiteng, Sarah Walaza, Phionah Khulume, Lorna Anyait, Malisa Ariokot, Proscovia Alako, Gloria Obukor, Esther Iloku
UAE Women: Esha Oza (c), Samaira Dharnidharka, Kavisha Egodage, Siya Gokhale, Heena Hotchandhani, Al Maseera Jahangir, Lavanya Keny, Suraksha Kotte, Vaishnave Mahesh, Indhuja Nandakumar, Avanee Patil, Rinitha Rajith, Theertha Satish, Khushi Sharma, Mehak Thakur
USA Women: Sindhu Sriharsha (c), Anika Kolan (vc), Aditiba Chudasama, Disha Dhingra, Pooja Shah, Ritu Singh, Saanvi Immadi, Sai Tanmayi Eyyunni, Suhani Thadani, Gargi Bhogle, Geetika Kodali, Isani Vaghela, Jessica Willathgamuwa, Jivana Aras, Pooja Ganesh.
Reserves: Maahi Madhavan (travelling), Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, Chetnaa Prasad
Zimbabwe Women: Mary-Anne Musonda (captain), Josephine Nkomo, Kelis Ndhlovu, Sharne Mayers, Modester Mupachikwa, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Chiyedza Dhururu, Lindokuhle Mabhera, Francisca Chipare, Ashley Ndiraya, Loreen Tshuma, Audrey Mazvishaya, Nomvelo Sibanda, Precious Marange, Pellagia Mujaji.
Thailand Women: Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Thipatcha Putthawong (vc), Onnicha Kamchomphu, Suleeporn Laomi, Phannita Maya, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Nannaphat Chaihan, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannapat Khoncharoenkai, Suwanan Khiaoto, Chanida Sutthiruang, Nattaya Boochatham, Natthakan Chantham, Rosenanee Kanoh.
