Yuvraj Singh Named ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador, Highlights India vs Pakistan Match in New York

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh as the ambassador for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in the West Indies and the United States. Yuvraj, known for his memorable performances in T20 cricket, including hitting six sixes in an over during the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, expressed his enthusiasm about being part of the upcoming edition, which he described as the "most significant one yet".

As the ambassador, Yuvraj will be involved in various promotional events leading up to and during the tournament, including the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in New York on June 9. The ICC General Manager praised Yuvraj's association with the tournament, noting his iconic moments in T20 cricket. "Yuvraj's appointment as the ambassador is an honor, and the former all-rounder expressed optimism that the tournament will be like a festival in the West Indies and is eager to see cricket grow in the United States," stated Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager of Marketing and Communications.

The T20 World Cup in 2024 will feature 20 teams, including debutants Uganda, USA, and Canada. It will be the first time the USA co-hosts a cricket World Cup at the senior level. The tournament will commence on June 1, 2024, with the USA playing Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. India's first match will be against Ireland in New York on June 5, followed by the marquee India vs. Pakistan match in New York on June 9.

Why this matters: The appointment of Yuvraj Singh as the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador highlights the growing popularity and global reach of T20 cricket. The tournament's expansion to 20 teams and the inclusion of matches in the United States underscore the ICC's efforts to promote and develop the sport in new markets.

Yuvraj joins Chris Gayle and Usain Bolt as the first ambassadors to be announced for the tournament, which will feature a total of 55 matches across 9 venues from June 1-29, 2024. The tournament is anticipated to be the largest T20 World Cup to date, culminating in the final showdown in Barbados on June 29. Yuvraj, who famously scored 36 runs in an over during the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, expressed his gratitude for the appointment and highlighted the significance of the T20 World Cup in his career, particularly the thrilling feat of hitting six sixes in an over.

Key Takeaways

• Yuvraj Singh appointed ICC T20 World Cup 2024 ambassador
• Tournament to be held in West Indies and USA, a first
• 20 teams to participate, including debutants Uganda, USA, Canada
• India vs Pakistan match scheduled in New York on June 9, 2024
• Yuvraj's iconic 6 sixes in an over in 2007 T20 World Cup highlighted