All about ICC cricket world cup 2023 – Teams, Venues and key dates
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 stands as the most esteemed and eagerly anticipated event in cricket. Marking the 13th iteration of this grand event, the ICC Cricket World Cup is a quadrennial tournament that brings together the men’s national cricket teams from the ten Full Member nations of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Taking place every four years, it ranks as the second most-watched sporting event globally, after the Olympic Games.
Undoubtedly, a global spectacle, the Cricket World Cup draws teams from across the globe vying for the prestigious title of world champions. Not only a platform for sporting glory, the tournament serves as a significant driver of economic activity. Consequently, it generates billions of dollars in revenue for the host country and the ICC. This year, India has the honor of hosting the event, scheduled to commence on October 5 and the final to be held on November 19, 2023. England currently holds the title of defending champions, winning in 2019 after defeating New Zealand in the final at Lord’s, London.
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Teams Participating in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
Ten national teams are participating in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. All had to qualify for the tournament through the Cricket World Cup qualification process. The teams are:
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- England
- India
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- Afghanistan
- Netherlands
- West Indies
Venues of Cricket World Cup 2023
India‘s stadiums are well-equipped to host major global tournaments and serve as the 2023 World Cup venue. These venues are not only spacious and contemporary but also contain the latest amenities and technology. Spread across different regions of the country, they enable cricket enthusiasts from all corners of India to be part of the game.
Among the top-tier stadiums in India, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad stands out as a prime choice for the 2023 World Cup venue as it holds the distinction of being the largest cricket stadium in the world. It can accommodate more than 130,000 fans. Moreover, the stadium comes complete with advanced features, including a well-lit playing field and a roof that can be retracted as needed. The table below provides an overview of the venues along with the number of matches scheduled to be held at each location:
| Venue | City | Number of matches |
| Narendra Modi Stadium | Ahmedabad | 9 |
| Wankhede Stadium | Mumbai | 9 |
| Eden Gardens | Kolkata | 9 |
| M. A. Chidambaram Stadium | Chennai | 8 |
| Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium | Mohali | 8 |
| Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium | Hyderabad | 7 |
| Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium | Dharamsala | 7 |
| Arun Jaitley Stadium | Delhi | 7 |
| Barabati Stadium | Cuttack | 7 |
| Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium | Visakhapatnam | 6 |
| Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium | Rajkot | 6 |
Cricket World Cup Dates
The following table lists the key dates for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023:
| Date | Event |
| October 5, 2023 | Opening match: New Zealand vs England |
| November 19, 2023 | Final match |
| October 12, 2023 | First semi-final |
| October 13, 2023 | Second semi-final |
Key Players of ICC World Cup 2023
The following are some of the key players to watch out for in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023:
- India: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin
- England: Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer
- Australia: Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, David Warner, Pat Cummins
- New Zealand: Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Devon Conway
- South Africa: Quinton de Kock, Temba Bavuma, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje
- Pakistan: Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali
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Prize Money
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has disclosed that a total of USD 10 million will be allocated for the ODI World Cup 2023. The winner of the imminent ODI World Cup will receive a generous prize sum of USD 4 million whereas the second-placed team will be awarded USD 2 million. Furthermore, the two teams that fall short in the semi-final round will each be granted USD 800,000.
Conclusion
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is a highly anticipated as well as an immensely thrilling event. The participation of top cricket teams, in some of India’s finest stadiums, will indeed be spectacular experience for fans worldwide.
Beyond the competitive excitement, the Cricket World Cup serves as an excellent avenue for cultural exchange and exploration. With millions of viewers anticipated globally, the tournament offers India an opportunity to exhibit its diverse cultural tapestry and rich heritage on an international stage.
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