The cricketing world is buzzing with anticipation as the 2023 ICC Cricket Tournament gets underway. This highly anticipated event brings together the finest cricketing talent from around the globe to compete for the prestigious title. As the tournament unfolds, fans eagerly await to see who will emerge victorious. Let’s take a closer look at the teams and matchups in this thrilling tournament. Here you can find a breakdown of what games are on and when:
India: The Host Nation
India, the host nation, is considered one of the favorites in the tournament. Led by the dynamic Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket team boasts a formidable lineup of batting and bowling talent. With stars like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya in their ranks, India will be a force to be reckoned with. They are set to take on arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-octane clash that promises to be a cricketing spectacle.
Australia: Defending Champions
Australia, the defending champions, are looking to maintain their stronghold on the title. With Aaron Finch as captain and the likes of Steve Smith, David Warner, and Pat Cummins in their squad, the Aussies have a well-balanced team. They will kick off their campaign against the unpredictable West Indies, who can spring surprises on any given day.
England: Aiming for Glory
England, the 2019 World Cup winners, have a strong squad led by Eoin Morgan. They have a reputation for aggressive and fearless cricket. The England team will be taking on South Africa in their opening match, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
October 5
England vs New Zealand 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 6
Pakistan vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 7
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
South Africa vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 8
India vs Australia 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 9
New Zealand vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 10
England vs Bangladesh 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 11
India vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 12
Australia vs South Africa 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 13
New Zealand vs Bangladesh 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 14
India vs Pakistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 15
England vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 16
Australia vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 17
South Africa vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 18
New Zealand vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 19
India vs Bangladesh 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 20
Australia vs Pakistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 21
The Netherlands vs Sri Lanka 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
England vs South Africa 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 22
India vs New Zealand 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 23
Pakistan vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 24
South Africa vs Bangladesh 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 25
Australia vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 26
England vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 27
Pakistan vs South Africa 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 28
Australia vs New Zealand 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
The Netherlands vs Bangladesh 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 29
India vs England 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 30
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
October 31
Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 1
New Zealand vs South Africa 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 2
India vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 3
The Netherlands vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 4
New Zealand vs Pakistan 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
England vs Australia 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 5
India vs South Africa 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 6
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 7
Australia vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 8
England vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 9
New Zealand vs Sri Lanka 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 10
South Africa vs Afghanistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 11
Australia vs Bangladesh 10:30am (05:00 GMT)
England vs Pakistan 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 12
India vs The Netherlands 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 15
Semifinal 1: First place vs fourth place, 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 16
Semifinal 2: Second place vs third place, 2pm (08:30 GMT)
November 19
Final: Winner of Semifinal 1 vs winner of Semifinal 2, 2pm (8:30 GMT)
