ICC T20 World Cup Trophy Kicks Off Global Tour

Cricket fans around the world are in for a treat as the International Cricket Council (ICC) has launched the Trophy Tour for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This exciting initiative will see the coveted T20 World Cup trophy traverse across 15 countries and four continents, making stops at iconic sporting venues, famous landmarks, and meeting legendary cricketers.

The Trophy Tour is a part of the ICC’s efforts to build anticipation and excitement for the T20 World Cup, which will be held in the Americas for the first time in its history. The tournament promises to be an “Out of this World” cricket festival, and the Trophy Tour aims to engage fans and introduce the sport to new audiences.

“With less than three months to go until the first ball of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, there is huge anticipation for what will be a historic event for cricket in the Americas,” said Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager, Marketing and Communications. “As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour provides fans with the opportunity to be part of the event in locations across the globe.”

In addition to the 15 countries on the official tour, the Trophy will also make special visits to emerging cricket nations in the Americas, such as Argentina, Brazil, and Canada. This strategic move aims to ignite the passion of both existing and new fans, introducing them to the excitement of T20 cricket’s pinnacle global event.

The Trophy Tour promises to be a spectacle, with the iconic T20 World Cup trophy making its way through iconic cities, landmarks, and sporting venues. Fans will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the coveted prize and participate in a variety of interactive experiences and activities.

“Cricket has more than a billion fans, and we want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to get up close with the trophy that will be lifted by the winning captain in Barbados on 29 June,” Furlong added.

Throughout the Tour, fans around the world can follow the Trophy’s journey through the ICC’s social media channels and the T20 World Cup website. This immersive experience aims to build a global community of cricket enthusiasts, united by their passion for the sport and the anticipation of witnessing history unfold in the Americas.

As the Trophy Tour kicks off in New York, the excitement for the upcoming T20 World Cup is palpable. Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the coveted trophy and join in the celebrations of this global cricketing extravaganza.