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Matthew Hayden predicts his semi-finalists for ICC T20 World Cup 2024

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Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden predicts the semi-finalists for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 as India, England, Australia, and South Africa. He also expresses confidence in Pakistan's performance due to their strong bowling lineup but notes their potential weakness in fielding. The tournament begins on June 1 and is co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies.
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Shahid Afridi named ICC T20 World Cup 2024 ambassador

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Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi has been appointed as the ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, to be held in the West Indies and the USA. Afridi expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, recalling his past successes and the evolution of the T20 World Cup. The event commences on June 1, featuring an expanded format with more teams and matches. Pakistan's schedule includes matches against the USA, India, Canada, and Ireland. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, and the United States, with other groups featuring teams from around the globe.
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Pakistan’s likely squad for T20 World Cup 2024

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has finalized a 15-member squad, led by skipper Babar Azam, for the T20 World Cup 2024. The squad includes five fast bowlers, four all-rounders, three wicket-keepers, two batsmen, and a spinner. Pacer Haris Rauf has been included, with Hasan Ali, Salman Ali Agha, and Irfan Khan as reserves. The official squad announcement will follow the T20I series against England on May 22. Pakistan is in Group A alongside India, Ireland, Canada, and the USA.
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Ex-England captain thinks Pakistan, India won’t reach T20 World Cup semi-finals

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Former England captain and commentator Michael Vaughan predicts England, South Africa, Australia, and West Indies will reach the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals. The tournament, with three venues in the USA and six in the Caribbean, will see 20 teams divided into four groups of five, with the top two advancing to the Super 8 round.
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“T20 is great but it will never ever bring out this emotion”

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The recent T20 matches may overshadow Test cricket, given the financial pressures and player priorities. However, the thrilling finales in Brisbane and Hyderabad showcased the emotional depth and grit of Test matches. West Indies' stunning victory in Brisbane and England's remarkable comeback in Hyderabad demonstrated the unparalleled drama and spirit unique to Test cricket.
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Williamson labels Babar ‘big threat’ ahead of T20I series

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New Zealand captain Kane Williamson considers Pakistani batsman Babar Azam a significant threat in the upcoming five-match T20I series. Despite Babar's recent form slump, Williamson believes in his world-class abilities and expects him to bounce back. Williamson also acknowledges the strength of the Pakistani team and anticipates a tough series. The T20I series begins in Auckland on Friday.
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T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule: India and Pakistan to lock horns on June 9

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The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will utilize three venues in the USA and six in the Caribbean. The 20-over showcase will feature 41 matches across a 29-day period, with the tournament commencing on 1 June and ending with the final on 29 June in Barbados. Notable fixtures include the India-Pakistan clash on 9 June in Long Island.
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Pakistan, India placed in same group in T20 World Cup 2024?

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Arch-rivals Pakistan and India are set to face each other in the group stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the United States and the West Indies. They are placed in the same group with United States, Canada, and Ireland. The tournament will mark their first meeting in an ICC event since 2023.