England Cricket Unveils Exciting 2024 Summer Schedule with Simultaneous Pakistan Series for Men’s and Women’s Teams

Exciting Cricket Summer Ahead for England in 2024

Celebrating the Growth of Women’s Game at Edgbaston

In an unprecedented move, England’s men’s and women’s cricket teams are set to kickstart the international summer in 2024 with a thrilling white-ball series against Pakistan. Excitement fills the air as both sides gear up to showcase their skills concurrently.

The action-packed summer schedule begins with Heather Knight leading her formidable women’s team into battle with a three-match T20 series at Edgbaston on May 11. Fans can expect fireworks right from the start!

Men Defending T20 World Cup Title Before Test Battles Commence

Prior to donning national colors, Jos Buttler and his men will be engaged in four high-octane T20 encounters against Pakistan throughout May. It doesn’t stop there – defending their T20 World Cup title becomes the next mission as they head across continents to compete in the United States and Caribbean.

But wait, that’s not all! The Englishmen have more exciting challenges lined up as they prepare to face West Indies and Sri Lanka in two gripping three-Test series. Lord’s becomes a battlefield on July 10 when Ben Stokes’ troops take on West Indies followed by intense clashes at Trent Bridge and Edgbaston later in that month.

Sri Lanka Tests Conclude Thrilling Summer Season

As August rolls around, Emirates Old Trafford sets the stage for another enthralling encounter between England and Sri Lanka on August 21. This marks the beginning of yet another epic Test series. The battle stretches to Lord’s and the Kia Oval, concluding with an explosive showdown in September at the iconic stadium.

Women’s One-Day Internationals Set the Stage for White-Ball Spectacle

Prior to that thrilling finale, England’s women will take center stage against New Zealand in a three-match one-day international series. Following this, they gear up for five pulsating T20 clashes. Brace yourselves for plenty of excitement!

The Men’s Grand Finale Against Australia

The grand finale of the summer season showcases England men locking horns with their arch-rivals Australia in a series of eight white-ball matches. This includes three exhilarating T20 games followed by five action-packed ODIs.

No Women’s Tests Scheduled – A Curious Decision?

In an interesting turn of events, no women’s Test matches have been scheduled despite growing interest and record ticket sales this past summer. Nevertheless, ECB CEO Richard Gould is optimistic about shining a spotlight on women’s cricket across more venues as he acknowledges their deserved growth within the game.

More Excitement On The Horizon

It doesn’t end there! Let’s not forget about the other national teams – England Physical Disability, Learning Disability, Visually Impaired and Deaf squads are all geared up for exciting fixtures throughout 2024. Stay tuned as match details are yet to be announced!