With the ICC ending speculation that the tournament could be moved away from West Indies the count down for the tournament is now on its way starting with the official launch in Barbados on October 31.

The tournament will be staged at four venues – Barbados, Guyana, St Kitts and St Lucia from 30 Apr – and the final will be played at the Kensington Oval, Barbados on May 16.

ICC Chief executive Haroon Lorgat comments on the hosts stating – “In Barbados, Guyana, St Kitts and St Lucia we have four outstanding venues, something that was shown in 2007 when they hosted matches in the ICC Cricket World Cup, and we know that West Indian spectators enjoy the format as they have already embraced Twenty20 at domestic level.”

Defending champions Pakistan will play in Group ‘A’ alongside Bangladesh and Australia. Former champions India are in Group ‘C’ with South Africa and another qualifier while Group ‘B’ comprises Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Zimbabwe.

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Barbados

Barbados is a coral island formed in pre-historic times by erupting volcanoes. Now it is a dream for beachgoers, cricketers, scuba divers, golfers, fishing enthusiasts and just about anyone seeking fun and relaxation in a relatively upmarket environment. Its west coast boasts beaches of fine white sand bordering a blue-green Caribbean sea, while the Atlantic Ocean supplies the east coast with waves that inspire surfers and other water sports enthusiasts.

Accommodation

Select Resorts offer outstanding prices on the finest villasand apartments that Barbados has to offer. Whether looking for accommodation close to Bridgetown that is pulsating with night-life, reggae music, and fun-loving locals or accommodation in luxury resorts like Royal Westmoreland and The Crane, Select Resorts will create a truly unforgettable experience for you.

St Lucia

St. Lucia is one of the most desirable locations in the Caribbean, a tropical island rich in unspoiled natural beauty, verdant forests, beautiful coves and palm fringed sandy beaches. The most popular part of the island is the north, here are also some of the best beaches, shopping centres, marinas and hotels. It can be explored by taxi, boat or hire car and there are many fascinating tours

Accommodation

Select Resorts provide an exquisite collection of villa and apartment rentals on this beautiful tropical island. Take advantage of watching the cricket in St Lucia with beautiful scenery and perfectly positioned holiday accommodation stretched along palm fringed beaches with gorgeous views out across the Caribbean Sea.