The International Cricket Council (ICC) 2023 World Cricket Championship is expected to be the 13th edition of the Men’s World Cricket Championship, scheduled to be hosted by India from October-November 2023. This will be the first time the competition will be held entirely in India, making it a historic event for cricket fans worldwide. This article will provide a complete tournament overview, including team previews, schedules, locations, broadcast details, and other relevant information.
Team details:
The tournament will feature ten teams, including the host country, India. The remaining nine teams are Australia, England, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
India
India, known for its vibrant ticketing culture, will be eager to win its third World Cup at home. Led by the charismatic Rohit Sharma, the Indian team has many exceptional batting skills and strong bowling attacks. The support of the local public is sure to be an added asset to the Indian team.
Australia
Defending champions, Australia, will be strong contenders for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Dynamic captain Pat Cummins leads the Australian team and boasts a formidable team of pitchers and runners. With a rich ticketing history and stellar record at the World Cup, Australia will once again aim to raise the trophy.
England
England is very confident about participating in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, as the host of this previous edition and currently a T20 champion. Led by Ben Strock, England boast a perfect mix of explosive pitchers and skillful pitchers. England will be a team to watch with a positive approach to the game.
South Africa
South Africa, often seen as the perennial strangler of World Cups, will be determined to shed that label and make a strong statement at the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup. Their bowling attack, commanded by Kagiso Rabada, can disrupt any batting formation.
New Zealand
New Zealand, which finished second in the previous edition, will aim to go further and win the World Cup trophy. With a well-balanced roster and a strong bowling unit, New Zealand will be a force to be reckoned with at the tournament.
Pakistan
Pakistan, a team known for its unpredictability, can stun any opponent of their day. Led by Babar Azam, one of the best tennis players in the world, the Pakistan team boasts a group of talented young cricketers. With their explosive batting composition and varied bowling attack, Pakistan can cause chaos and leave its mark on the league.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh, a rising force in the cricket world, will be eager to show off its presence at the 2023 ICC World Cricket Championship. Bangladesh can cause irritation and progress in the league with versatile talent and fiery performances.
Schedule
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 schedule has been officially announced by the ICC yet. The tournament is scheduled from October 5 to November 19, 2023. The tournament will be played in a round-robin format, with each team playing 1 turn. The top four teams will then advance to the semi-finals, with the winner of the semi-finals playing the final.
Venue
India will host the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, with ten matches at each country’s location. These venues include some of India’s most iconic cricket grounds, such as the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the Gardens of Eden in Kolkata, and the M. Chinnaswamy in Bengaluru.
Broadcast details
ICC World Cricket Championship 2023 will be broadcast globally to attract 700 million potential viewers across 100 territories through ICC official broadcast licensees and coverage added on ICC .tv to reach a truly global audience. The US and Canada cricket fans can enjoy the action via Willow TV on linear and digital platforms. Fans from the United Arab Emirates can access the match on CricLife on Etisalat and Starzplay, while those from the Caribbean can watch the test on Sportsmax. Other broadcasters include ATN in Afghanistan, Gazi TV in Bangladesh, and Maharaja TV in Sri Lanka.
