Zimbabwe in the Running to Host 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup: Reports

According to reports from ESPNcricinfo, Zimbabwe has expressed interest in hosting the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, which was originally scheduled to take place in Bangladesh from October 3 to 20. However, due to the ongoing socio-political unrest in Bangladesh, the tournament may be relocated, with Zimbabwe emerging as a potential new host.

Zimbabwe’s bid to host the Women’s T20 World Cup is part of its broader strategy to establish itself as a key destination for International Cricket Council (ICC) events. The country has previously hosted two successful ODI World Cup Qualifiers in 2018 and 2023 and co-hosted the 2003 Men’s World Cup alongside South Africa and Kenya.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is also being considered as an alternative host by the ICC. Both Zimbabwe and the UAE, despite not participating in the tournament, are eager to act as neutral hosts. The ICC is expected to make a final decision on the venue on Tuesday, August 20.

Zimbabwe’s favorable weather conditions in October, as the country enters its summer season, add to its appeal as a host. Weather-related concerns are reportedly the key reason why India and Sri Lanka are not in contention to host the tournament.

Zimbabwe to Co-Host 2026 U-19 World Cup and 2027 ODI World Cup

Zimbabwe has already been selected as a co-host for two major upcoming ICC events. The country will co-host the 2026 Men’s Under-19 World Cup with Namibia and is also set to co-host the 2027 ODI World Cup alongside South Africa and Namibia.

In preparation for the 2027 World Cup, Zimbabwe is reportedly developing two additional venues in Victoria Falls and Mutare. Currently, the country has two main cricketing venues: Harare Sports Club and Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. If Zimbabwe is chosen to host the Women’s T20 World Cup, these venues will likely be central to the tournament’s staging.

This potential hosting opportunity would further solidify Zimbabwe’s position as a significant player in international cricket, particularly in the realm of hosting major ICC tournaments.