Pakistan cricket legend Shahid Afridi has been unveiled as the latest addition to the prestigious lineup of Ambassadors for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
Joining the illustrious ranks of Ambassadors for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 are iconic figures Yuvraj Singh, Chris Gayle, and Usain Bolt, and now Pakistan’s legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially revealed Afridi as the newest addition to this star-studded lineup for the highly anticipated tournament, set to take place in the USA and West Indies starting from 1st June.
Shahid Afridi, a veteran of six T20 World Cups and two-time captain, played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s 2009 victory earning the Player of the Match title in the final at Lord’s. He will be actively involved in various promotional activities leading up to the World Cup and will share his expert insights through guest columns during the event.
Shahid Afridi, winner of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2009, expressed his deep connection to the tournament highlighting memorable moments from his career, including being named Player of the Tournament in the inaugural edition. He eagerly anticipates the upcoming tournament, emphasizing the growth it has seen in recent years with more teams and matches.
Afridi is especially looking forward to the highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan clash on 9th June, recognizing it as one of the greatest rivalries in sports, set to unfold on the grand stage of New York.
Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager of Marketing and Communications, highlighted Shahid Afridi’s impressive track record in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cups noting his leadership and memorable performances, particularly during Pakistan’s victory in 2009.
Furlong emphasized Afridi’s global popularity and expressed excitement about his addition to the esteemed Ambassador team alongside Yuvraj Singh, Chris Gayle, and Usain Bolt, aiming to enhance fan engagement leading up to the tournament.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is scheduled from 1st to 29th June, kicking off with the USA facing Canada in the opening match at Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. With a total of 55 matches among 20 teams across nine venues, including the final in Barbados on 29th June, this edition promises to be the largest T20 World Cup ever offering fans an unparalleled cricket experience.
The inaugural match at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on 3rd June will witness 2014 champions Sri Lanka taking on South Africa. New York will host eight matches involving ten teams adding to the excitement. Tickets and hospitality packages are available for purchase offering cricket enthusiasts a chance to be part of this historic event at tickets.t20worldcup.com or by contacting hospitality@t20worldcup.com
