The wait is finally over, cricket fans. The International Cricket Council has announced the format and schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions over 48 action-packed days. You're in for an epic tournament with the world's best players and teams battling it out in the greatest cricket showdown.
The ICC is making sure this will be an unforgettable experience for everyone. The ICC World Cup 2023 will feature a new format with 20 teams for the first time. More teams mean more matches and more opportunities for upsets and drama. There will be a total of 48 matches over 9 different venues across 3 host countries - India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Overview of the ICC World Cup 2023 Tournament
The ICC World Cup 2023 is right around the corner! This quadrennial cricket tournament will be held in India from February to March 2023. ### Format
The tournament format is similar to the 2019 edition. The 10 full members and 2 associate members will compete in the group stage, with the top 8 advancing to the knockouts.
The group stage will consist of two groups of six teams each, where each team plays the other five in their group. The top four teams from each group advance.
The quarterfinals will be the usual knockout fixture between the winners and second-placed teams from each group. Winners move on to the semifinals.
The semifinals will be between the quarterfinal winners. The victors compete in the final to determine the 2023 World Cup champion!
Schedule
The group stage begins on February 8, 2023 and ends March 15, 2023. Specific match fixtures and venues will be announced in mid-2022. The quarterfinals will likely start around March 18, the semifinals on March 22 and 25, with the final on March 29, 2023.
With the tournament being held in the post-monsoon period, we can expect batting-friendly conditions and high scores. The weather will be pleasant, ranging from 15 to 30 degrees Celsius across most venues.
Overall, the 2023 World Cup is set to be another exciting edition of this prestigious tournament. Which team will emerge victorious? We'll have to wait and see!
Full Schedule and Match Fixtures
The full schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023 has finally been announced! The event will kick off on February 9 in India and conclude with the final on March 26.
Match Fixtures
The tournament features 48 matches over 48 days at 12 venues across India. The top two teams from each of the six groups will advance to the Super 12 stage, along with the top four qualifiers from the First Round.
The First Round (February 9-13) will feature eight teams fighting for four spots in the Super 12. Ireland, Scotland, Netherlands, and Namibia are in Group A, while Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, United Arab Emirates, and Hong Kong are in Group B. Two teams from each group will move on.
The Super 12 stage (February 17-March 22) consists of two groups of six teams each. Australia, England, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Winner of Group A and Runner-up of Group B are in Group 1. India, Pakistan, South Africa, West Indies, Winner of Group B and Runner-up of Group A are in Group 2. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
Host Nations and Venues for the 2023 World Cup
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 will be co-hosted by India and Pakistan, two cricket-crazed nations that share a passionate rivalry. Matches will be played across 9 venues in the two countries, including some historic grounds.
India
India will host the majority of matches, with 7 venues selected:
Eden Gardens (Kolkata): The largest cricket stadium in India with a capacity of 68,000. It is considered the 'Mecca of Indian cricket'.
Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai): A popular 33,000-seat stadium that previously hosted the 2011 Cricket World Cup final.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bangalore): A 40,000-seat stadium located in India's 'Garden City'.
Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium (Chandigarh): A 26,950-seat stadium in the city of Chandigarh, a union territory and joint capital of Punjab and Haryana.
Greenfield International Stadium (Kochi): A 55,000-seat stadium located in Kochi, a port city in southwest India known for its beautiful beaches and backwaters.
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium (Hyderabad): A scenic 33,000-seat stadium located near Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad.
Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur): A 25,000-seat stadium located in the 'Pink City' of Jaipur, in the state of Rajasthan.
Pakistan
Pakistan will host a total of 2 venues for World Cup matches:
Gaddafi Stadium (Lahore): A 27,000-seat stadium that is considered the 'Home of Pakistan cricket'. It previously hosted matches at the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
National Stadium (Karachi): A 34,000-seat stadium located in Pakistan's largest city and main seaport, Karachi. It has hosted many historic cricket matches and series over the years.
The variety of venues across India and Pakistan will provide an exciting mix of locations, atmospheres and playing conditions for the 2023 World Cup. With a blend of historic and modern grounds in major cities and scenic destinations, cricket fans from around the world will have the chance to experience all these nations have to offer.
Conclusion
And there you have it, sports fans. The format and schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023 have finally been revealed. Get ready for an exciting tournament featuring the world’s best cricketers battling it out for the ultimate prize. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as the drama unfolds over 48 action-packed matches. Clear your calendar now because you’re not going to want to miss a single heart-stopping moment. The ICC World Cup only comes around once every four years, after all. This is going to be an event for the ages. The countdown is on until the first ball is bowled on February 9, 2023. Only 546 days left until cricket’s greatest show on Earth returns. But who’s counting?
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