Pakistan Shaheens to play Top End T20 Series, schedule announced

Cricket Australia (CA) has announced the schedule of the upcoming Top End T20 Series 2024, featuring Pakistan Shaheens, Bangladesh A and Big Bash League (BBL) teams on Tuesday.

The Top End T20 Series is set to take place from August 9 to 18 across various venues in Darwin, Northern Territory.

With nine teams participating, including host NT cricket and the powerhouses from the Big Bash teams, such as Perth Scorchers, Melbourne Renegades, Melbourne Stars, Tasmania, Adelaide Strikers and ACT Comets.

The series will feature 30 action-packed T20 matches over 10 days, culminating in a Finals Day on August 18. Teams will compete in a round-robin format, each playing six fixtures.

Gavin Dovey, Northern Territory (NT) Cricket CEO said, “We’re thrilled the Top End T20 Series will expand this year and continue to bring the best emerging domestic and international talent to the Northern Territory.”

“To have two cricket powerhouses in Pakistan and Bangladesh now participating alongside half of the Big Bash League Franchises is a testament to the potential of winter cricket in the Territory.”

Meanwhile, Usman Wahla, PCB Director of International Cricket, expressed his gratitude towards the Northern Territory for inviting Pakistan Shaheens.

“I am grateful to Northern Territory for inviting the Pakistan Shaheens for the second successive year,” said Wahla.

“Last year, the players had a memorable experience and enjoyed playing and performing in excellent playing conditions, in front of enthusiastic cricket fans.”

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Moreover, Naimur Rahman, Bangladesh Cricket Board’s High-Performance Unit Chairman also expressed similar sentiments as Wahla.

“We extend our heartfelt thanks to Northern Territory Cricket and Cricket Australia for inviting the BCB High-Performance team to the prestigious Top End Series,” stated Rahman.

“This opportunity will undoubtedly provide invaluable experience to our players, exposing them to a high standard of competition.”

Top End T20 Series Schedule

Friday 9 August
6:00 pm: Northern Territory vs. Perth Scorchers | DXC Arena

Saturday 10 August
10:00 am: Melbourne Renegades vs. Melbourne Stars | DXC Arena
3:00 pm: Perth Scorchers vs. Pakistan Shaheens | DXC Arena
6:00 pm: Tasmania vs. Adelaide Strikers | TIO Stadium

Sunday 11 August
10:00 am: Bangladesh HP vs. Melbourne Renegades | Gardens Oval
1:00 pm: Adelaide Strikers vs. Northern Territory | Gerry Wood Oval
3:00 pm: Pakistan Shaheens vs. Melbourne Stars | Gardens Oval

Monday 12 August
10:00 am: Tasmania vs. Northern Territory | TIO Stadium
2:00 pm: Perth Scorchers vs. ACT Comets | DXC Arena
6:00 pm: Tasmania vs. Bangladesh HP | TIO Stadium

Tuesday 13 August
10:00 am: Melbourne Stars vs. Adelaide Strikers | Cazaly’s Arena
1:00 pm: Northern Territory vs. Melbourne Renegades | DXC Arena
3:00 pm: Melbourne Stars vs. ACT Comets | Cazaly’s Arena
6:00 pm: Tasmania vs. Pakistan Shaheens | DXC Arena

Wednesday 14 August
10:00 am: Melbourne Renegades vs. Perth Scorchers | Cazaly’s Arena
1:00 pm: Adelaide Strikers vs. Bangladesh HP | DXC Arena
3:00 pm: Melbourne Renegades vs. Tasmania | Cazaly’s Arena
6:00 pm: Northern Territory vs. Melbourne Stars | DXC Arena

Thursday 15 August
1:00 pm: ACT Comets vs. Bangladesh HP | TIO Stadium
3:00 pm: Perth Scorchers vs. Adelaide Strikers | Gardens Oval
6:00 pm: Melbourne Renegades vs. Pakistan Shaheens | TIO Stadium

Friday 16 August
10:00 am: Tasmania vs. Melbourne Stars | TIO Stadium
2:00 pm: ACT Comets vs. Northern Territory | Gardens Oval
6:00 pm: Pakistan Shaheens vs. Bangladesh HP | TIO Stadium

Saturday 17 August
10:00 am: ACT Comets vs. Adelaide Strikers | DXC Arena
2:00 pm: Bangladesh HP vs. Perth Scorchers | TIO Stadium
6:00 pm: ACT Comets vs. Pakistan Shaheens | DXC Arena

Sunday 18 August
10:00 am: Semi-Final 1 | DXC Arena
10:00 am: Semi-Final 2 | TIO Stadium
4:00 pm: Final | DXC Arena

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