The National T20 Cup 2024-25 is set to begin on Friday, March 14, with defending champions Karachi Region Whites facing off against Islamabad Region in the opening clash at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad. The second match of the opening day will see Bahawalpur Region take on Dera Murad Jamali Region at the same venue.
Tournament Format & Venues
A total of 18 teams from 16 regions will compete in the tournament, divided into four groups. Matches will be played across three cities:
- Faisalabad (Iqbal Stadium – hosts the majority of matches, including knockouts)
- Lahore (Gaddafi Stadium & LCCA Ground)
- Multan (Multan Cricket Stadium)
The top two teams from each group will progress to the quarter-finals, scheduled for March 23-24 in Faisalabad. The semi-finals will take place on March 26, followed by the final on March 27, all at the Iqbal Stadium.
Match Timings
- Faisalabad Double-Headers:
- First match: 7:00 PM PKT
- Second match: 11:00 PM PKT
- Lahore & Multan Matches:
- First match: 4:30 PM PKT
- Second match: 9:00 PM PKT
Prize Money & Incentives
The champions of the National T20 Cup 2024-25 will take home a cash prize of PKR 5 million, while the runners-up will receive PKR 2.5 million.
Broadcast & Ticketing Details
Cricket fans can catch the action live:
- Broadcast: Geo Super (Iqbal Stadium matches)
- Live Streaming: Tapmad (Pakistan)
To encourage crowd attendance, entry to the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad will be free from March 14-20. Tickets for matches from March 21-27, including the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final, will be available at TCS Express Centres, with further details to be announced soon.
With top domestic cricketers in action and high stakes on the line, the National T20 Cup 2024-25 promises exciting cricket across Pakistan’s major venues.
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