ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule Announced! Check Here!

The International Cricket Council (ICC) officially declared the schedule for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 during a prestigious 'Countdown to the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023' event in Mumbai.

This grand tournament will feature ten teams, making it the largest Cricket World Cup. The matches will occur across ten venues from 5th October to 19th November. The opening match and the final will be held at the esteemed Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Among the other nine venues, we have Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Dharamsala, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune. Guwahati and Thiruvananthapuram will join Hyderabad in hosting the practice games.

The tournament will commence with an eagerly anticipated clash between defending champions England and New Zealand, the finalists of the 2019 World Cup, in Ahmedabad. In another captivating match, India's host nation will face five-time winners Australia in Chennai on 8th October.

Ahmedabad will also witness intense battles between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on the 15th of October and Australia and England on the 4th of November.

Eight teams have earned their spot in this 46-day event through the Cricket World Cup Super League, while the final two positions will be filled by the finalists of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier, which will be held in Zimbabwe.

The tournament will maintain the round-robin format from the previous edition, with all teams competing against each other in a total of 45 league matches.

Six-day matches will start at 10:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), while all other matches, including the knockout stages, will be day-night fixtures beginning at 2:00 PM IST.

The top four teams will advance to the semifinals, which will be held in Mumbai on 15th November and Kolkata on 16th November. Both the semifinals and the final will have reserve days.

Geoff Allardice, the Chief Executive of the ICC, expressed his delight, stating, "We are pleased to unveil the schedule for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, marking a momentous occasion leading up to this global event.

We anticipate the participation of hundreds of millions of fans worldwide, making it the greatest Men's Cricket World Cup ever. We expect a unique and electric atmosphere in India, culminating in the victorious team lifting the trophy at Ahmedabad's world's largest cricket stadium."

Jay Shah, the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), commented, "It is an immense honor and source of pride for us to host the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup across various cities in India, thereby showcasing the rich diversity of our country.

The passion and enthusiasm for cricket in India are unparalleled.

Both local and international fans are eagerly looking forward to the tournament's return to India, especially after our team became the first to lift the trophy on home soil in 2011. I extend my best wishes to all the participating teams, and I eagerly anticipate hosting another thrilling tournament."

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Schedule: Venues And Dates

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FIXTURE

DATE

VENUE

England vs New Zealand

October 5

Ahmedabad

Pakistan vs Qualifier 1

October 6

Hyderabad

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan

October 7

Dharamsala

South Africa vs Qualifier 2

October 7

Delhi

India vs Australia

October 8

Chennai

New Zealand vs Qualifier 1

October 9

Hyderabad

England vs Bangladesh

October 10

Dharamsala

India vs Afghanistan

October 11

Delhi

Pakistan vs Qualifier 2

October 12

Hyderabad

Australia vs South Africa

October 13

Lucknow

England vs Afghanistan

October 14

Delhi

New Zealand vs Bangladesh

October 14

Chennai

India vs Pakistan

October 15

Ahmedabad

Australia vs Qualifier 2

October 16

Lucknow

South Africa vs Qualifier 1

October 17

Dharamsala

New Zealand vs Afghanistan

October 18

Chennai

India vs Bangladesh

October 19

Pune

Australia vs Pakistan

October 20

Bengaluru

England vs South Africa

October 21

Mumbai

Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 2

October 21

Lucknow

India vs New Zealand

October 22

Dharamsala

Pakistan vs Afghanistan

October 23

Chennai

South Africa vs Bangladesh

October 24

Mumbai

Australia vs Qualifier 1

October 25

Delhi

England vs Qualifier 2

October 26

Bengaluru

Pakistan vs South Africa

October 27

Chennai

Qualifier 1 vs Bangladesh

October 28

Kolkata

Australia vs New Zealand

October 28

Dharamsala

India vs England

October 29

Lucknow

Afghanistan vs Qualifier 2

October 30

Pune

Pakistan vs Bangladesh

October 31

Kolkata

New Zealand vs South Africa

November 1

Pune

India vs Qualifier 2

November 2

Mumbai

Qualifier 1 vs Afghanistan

November 3

Lucknow

England vs Australia

November 4

Ahmedabad

New Zealand vs Pakistan

November 4

Bengaluru

India vs South Africa

November 5

Kolkata

Bangladesh vs Qualifier 2

November 6

Delhi

Australia vs Afghanistan

November 7

Mumbai

England vs Qualifier 1

November 8

Pune

New Zealand vs Qualifier 2

November 9

Bengaluru

South Africa vs Afghanistan

November 10

Ahmedabad

India vs Qualifier 1

November 11

Bengaluru

England vs Pakistan

November 12

Kolkata

Australia vs Bangladesh

November 12

Pune

Semifinal 1

November 15

Mumbai

Semifinal 2

November 16

Kolkata

Final

November 19

Ahmedabad

FAQ's

When and where will the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 occur?

The tournament will be held from 5th October to 19th November 2023 across ten venues in India, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Dharamsala, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune.

How many teams will participate in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023?

A total of ten teams will feature in the tournament, making it the largest Cricket World Cup ever.

Which teams will play the opening match?

The opening match will be played between defending champions England and New Zealand, the finalists of the 2019 World Cup, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

What is the format of the tournament?

The tournament will follow a round-robin format, with all teams playing against each other in 45 league matches. The top four teams will qualify for the semifinals.

What time will the matches start?

Day matches will commence at 10:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST), while all other matches, including the knockouts, will be day-night fixtures starting at 2:00 PM IST.

Where can I find the complete schedule of matches?

The schedule for all matches can be obtained from the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC) or through various sports news platforms.

How can I purchase ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 tickets?

Ticket information and sales details will be available on the official website of the ICC and the respective ticketing platforms appointed for the tournament.

Will there be reserve days for the semifinals and final?

Yes, both the semifinals and the final will have reserve days to accommodate any disruptions due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Can I watch the matches on television or online?

Yes, the matches will be broadcasted on various television channels and live-streamed online. Details regarding broadcasting rights and platforms will be announced closer to the tournament.

What is the significance of hosting the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India?

India, known for its passionate cricket fans and rich cricketing heritage, is honored to host the tournament. It will showcase the country's diversity and create a unique and electric atmosphere for players and fans.