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The T20 World Cup 2024 is set to kick off with a grand opening ceremony on June 2, 2024, at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. The ceremony will precede the second match of the tournament between West Indies and Papua New Guinea.The opening ceremony promises to be a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, featuring performances by renowned DJs and singers from the region. The lineup includes David Rudder, Ravi B, Erphaan Alves, DJ Ana, and Ultra. These artists will showcase the diverse musical heritage of the Caribbean, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for fans and viewers alike.The T20 World Cup 2024 has already commenced with the co-hosts USA defeating Canada in the opening match by seven wickets. The tournament will feature 20 teams competing for the coveted title, with matches scheduled to be played in the United States and the Caribbean.Key Details:* Date: June 2, 2024* Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana* Time: 6:00 PM IST* TV Channels: Star Sports Network (India)* Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar app and websiteThe opening ceremony of the T20 World Cup 2024 is expected to set the tone for an exciting and memorable tournament. With a star-studded lineup of performers and the anticipation of thrilling cricket action, the event promises to be a spectacle that will captivate fans around the world.

The T20 World Cup 2024 is set to kick off on June 1st, with the host nation USA facing Canada in the opening match in Texas. However, in a peculiar decision, the grand opening ceremony of the tournament will take place before the second match of the season in Guyana, not the first. The curtain-raiser event is scheduled to occur before the West Indies vs. Papua New Guinea match on June 2nd.This marks the first time that a cricket World Cup, even partially, is being held on US soil. Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli, who arrived in New York on Friday, expressed his surprise at the prospect of playing cricket in the USA. "Honestly, I never thought we would be playing cricket in any form in the states (USA), but now it's a reality," Kohli said.Kohli believes that the T20 World Cup in the Americas will have a significant impact on the growth of cricket globally. "It's a great start. It's the ideal way to begin and it's going to have a huge impact. In starting off, a kind of a domino effect and I hope it carries on for a long period of time," he said.While India will begin their campaign on June 5th, the opening ceremony will take place on June 2nd. The ceremony will feature performances by several DJs and singers from the Caribbean, including David Rudder, Ravi B, Erphaan Alves, DJ Ana, and Ultra.The T20 World Cup 2024 Opening Ceremony will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India and its live streaming app, Hotstar.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is set to kick off with a grand opening ceremony at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday, March 24th. The ceremony will precede the first match of the tournament between defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).The opening ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, featuring performances by Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, singer Sonu Nigam, and musical maestro AR Rahman. Swedish DJ Axwell, a member of the Swedish House Mafia, will also enthrall the fans with a live performance.The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM, while the match will get underway at 8 PM. The opening ceremony will be telecasted on the Star Sports Network and can be streamed for free on Jio Cinema.This year's IPL season promises to be an exciting one, with many enthralling duels expected on the field. The tournament will see the return of several star players, including Rishabh Pant, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Hardik Pandya.Dhoni, who stepped down as CSK captain on the eve of the opening match, will be replaced by opening batter Ruturaj Gaikwad. Kohli will be leading RCB for the first time since the birth of his son, while Pandya will be captaining Mumbai Indians, a franchise he had left a couple of seasons ago.The IPL 2024 will feature 10 teams, with the addition of two new franchises, Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans. The tournament will be played across 12 venues in India, with the final scheduled to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 28th.

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is set to kick off its second season with a star-studded opening ceremony featuring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The King Khan will take center stage at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on February 23, 2024, to celebrate "Cricket ka Queendom."Fans can expect a dazzling performance from SRK, known for his electrifying stage presence and captivating charisma. The opening ceremony will also witness performances by other Bollywood heartthrobs, including Shahid Kapoor, Kartik Aaryan, Varun Dhawan, and Tiger Shroff.The second season of the WPL promises to be bigger and better than the inaugural edition. Five teams - UP Warriorz, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Giants, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians - will battle it out for the prestigious trophy.The tournament will kick off with a blockbuster clash between last year's finalists, Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. The summit clash will take place on March 17 in New Delhi, while the eliminator will be played on March 15.All matches will start at 7:30 pm and will be telecasted live on JioCinema and Sports18. Fans can also catch the action on the Star Sports network.The WPL has quickly become a major attraction in the world of women's cricket. The league provides a platform for talented female cricketers to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.The upcoming season is expected to be even more competitive, with several world-class players joining the fray. Fans can expect thrilling matches, stunning performances, and unforgettable moments throughout the tournament.