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T20 World Cup 2024 full schedule, Format, match time (IST), live streaming

With 20 teams set to clash for the first time in the T20 WC's 17-year history, high-octane encounters to enthrall fans. Check T20 World Cup 2024 format, live match timings (IST), live telecast here

Check full squads of 20 teams participating in ICC T20 World Cup 2024

Barring Pakistan cricket team, all the 19 teams have announced their squad for ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Pakistan are expected to announce their squad by the last date i.e. May 24.

Davey notable absentee for Scotland in ICC T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Michael Jones and Brad Wheal returned to Scotland's 15-member T20 World Cup squad, while seasoned Somerset pacer Josh Davey missed out. Jones and Wheal, representing Durham and Hampshire respectively, were left out of Scotland's roster for the T20 Tri-Series against Netherlands and Ireland earlier this month. But the duo has been cleared by the counties to play in the marquee event in the Americas next month.. However, "neither Davey nor his Somerset team-mate Andrew Umeed, who is uncapped at T20I level, were made available for World Cup selection," ESPNcricinfo reported. "It was a really difficult selection meeting, and it's never easy getting it down to a squad of 15. It was ultimately about getting the balance of the squad just right, and we feel we've done that here," Scotland head coach Doug Watson said. "To have Michael Jones and Brad Wheal available, their experience from previous T20 World Cups is crucial for the group. I'm very excited about what lies ahead, and I think th

Hundreds in Scotland told to evacuate as northern Europe braces for floods

Hundreds of people were being evacuated from their homes and schools closed in parts of Scotland on Thursday, as much of northern Europe braced for stormy weather, heavy rain and gale-force winds from the east. The UK's weather forecaster, the Met Office, issued a rare red alert the highest level of weather warning for parts of Scotland, predicting exceptional rainfall Thursday and Friday that is expected to cause extensive flooding and danger to life from fast-flowing or deep floodwater. The last red alert in the UK was issued in 2020. Forecasters say the storm, named Babet by UK officials, could bring more than a month's worth of rain in the worst-affected regions in Scotland. Babet already brought floods and swollen rivers that swamped several towns and villages in Ireland, with some areas remaining under water and without power Thursday. Soldiers helped with evacuation measures in the town of Midleton in County Cork, where more than 100 properties were flooded. Cork County ..

Loch Ness: The biggest monster hunt in 50 years begins

Loch Ness whispers the age-old tale of the elusive Nessie. Drawing from its mysterious depths, thousands have flocked to uncover its secrets. Watch the video to know about the biggest monster hunt

CWC Qualifier preview: Scots face the Dutch challenge for a World Cup berth

Scotland who beat permanent ICC members Ireland, West Indies and Zimbabwe, will face the Netherlands, another team that played in the ODI Super League. A win here would send the Scots to the World Cup

Months after King Charles' coronation, Scotland hosts event to honour him

Two months after the lavish coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey in London, Scotland is set to host its own event to mark the new monarch's accession to the throne. While Charles and Queen Camilla won't be crowned a second time on Wednesday in Edinburgh, the festivities will include a crown, horse-drawn carriages, mounted cavalry and a flyover by the Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force's aerobatic display team, as Scotland celebrates its unique relationship with the monarchy. The focal point of the event is a service of thanksgiving at St. Giles' Cathedral, where Charles will be presented with the Scottish Honors the crown, scepter and sword of state once used to crown Scotland's kings and queens. The Stone of Destiny, an important symbol of Scottish identity, will also be moved to the cathedral for the festivities. The presence of these icons of Scotland's nationhood is a mark of respect for a country that is fiercely proud of its history and where the desire of some f

CWC Qualifier: Sole reason for Zimbabwe's misery, Scot march continues

Chris Sole took three wickets in the powerplay and Zimbabwe never recovered from it as they failed to chase down 235 and crashed out of the World Cup race once again

CWC Qualifier preview: Zimbabwe face Scotland, World Cup berth up for grabs

Zimbabwe, who lost for the first time in this tournament in their last game against Sri Lanka, would look to bounce back and win the tie against Scotland to qualify for the World Cup

CWC Qualifier: Windies hit rock bottom, Scotland knock them out of WC race

West Indies lost to yet another associate nation, Scotland, and have been knocked out of the World Cup qualification race. They were rolled over for 181 and Scots chased it with 7 wickets remaining

CWC Qualifier Day 10 Report: Sterling Stirling stuns UAE, SL pin Scotland

Sri Lanka, even after being bowled out for 245, managed to win by 82 runs against Scotland in their last group game. Paul Stirling scored 162 as Ireland beat UAE by 138 runs to finish on a high

CWC Qualifier Day 10 preview: SL, SCO fight for four wins; IRE for first

With all teams decided for the super six stage in Group B, Sri Lanka and Scotland would fight to get to the numero uno position on the table. Ireland would look to avoid wooden spoon as they face UAE

CWC Qualifier Day 8 Report: Sri Lanka crush Irish dreams, Oman qualify

Sri Lanka rode on Dimuth Karunaratne's maiden ODI ton to hand Ireland a crushing defeat and first-round exit from the World Cup qualifiers. In another game, Scotland won against Oman

CWC Qualifier Day 8 preview: Ireland fight for survival, Oman face Scotland

Group B at CWC Qualifier will get interesting as Ireland will fight for survival against Sri Lanka. Oman and Scotland will face each other in a battle to determine who will finish second in the group

CWC Qualifier Day 4 Report: Scintillating Scotland lit up the tournament

Michael Leask played a blinder as Scotland defeated arch-rivals Ireland by one wicket in a last-ball finish at the Cricket World Cup Qualifier. In a West Asian derby, Oman beat UAE comprehensively

CWC Qualifier Day 4 preview: Ireland seek recovery, Oman second victory

After losing to Oman, Ireland would look to get past neighbours Scotland to keep their hopes of reaching the super six alive. Oman would be seeking another win they face neighbours UAE

CWC Qualifiers group B: Scotland, UAE, Oman challenge IRE for top 3 finish

CWC Qualifiers: Sri Lanka are the hot favourites to go through this group. However, two more spots are remaining from the group and four teams fight for them

Road to ODI World Cup 2023: Know all about the Cricket World Cup Qualifier

ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 (CWC Qualifier 2023) would begin on June 18 where 10 teams would compete for the final two spots in the 10-team World Cup, to be hosted by India later this year

Humza Yousaf officially elected as Scotland's sixth First Minister

Humza Yousaf has been officially elected as Scotland's sixth First Minister, with a majority of 71 out of 128 votes in Parliament

UK PM Rishi Sunak meets Scotland Yard chief Mark Rowley over police reforms

The UK Home Office issued new guidelines to root out what it terms as misogyny and predatory behaviour from the ranks of the country's police force