Women’s ICC World T20 tourney launched

GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC):

With the ICC Women's World T20 set to bowl off in less than four months, street parties were held on Thursday in the three host islands, signalling the countdown to the global event.

The eagerly anticipated tournament will be held in the Caribbean islands of Antigua and Barbuda, Guyana and St Lucia from November 9 to 24, and will see the defending champions West Indies come up against nine other teams.

To signal the launch of the event, street parties were held in all three islands, attracting hundreds of eager fans.

During Thursday's launch, it was revealed that three giant bats, each standing 20 feet tall, would be erected across the host territories to display information and would also serve as markers across the countries.

"This was a great event as we launched the ICC Women's World T20 tournament in the three host territories. It was fantastic to see so many people turning out to participate and get the first look and admiring the amazing giant bats," said Nelecia Yeates, head of commercial for the event.

"The countdown is on to November. Now, with the launch of the theme song as well, we are well on the road to hosting this event. We believe fans will come on board and feel the excitement and the vibes."

The campaign also showcases the vibrant West Indian culture and lifestyle, incorporating dancing and music with a catchy theme song. In the coming months, various activities will be held in the three host territories featuring musicians, entertainers as well as past and present cricketers.

The ICC Women's World T20 is the first ICC event taking place in the Caribbean in eight years. The ICC World T20 was also held in the region in 2010.

All 23 matches of the ICC Women's World Twenty20 2018 will be broadcast live to maintain the momentum and focus on women's cricket, while the Decision Review System (DRS) will be used for the first time in any ICC World Twenty20 event, ensuring consistency in the use of technology in top world-level events.