Correct Answer :   Bangladesh

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the schedule of the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2024.

This will be the ninth edition of the Women's T20 World Cup which will be held in Bangladesh between 3 to 20 October 2024. The Indian cricket team will take on arch-rival Pakistan on October 6.

Correct Answer :   Yuvraj Singh

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed legendary former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh as the brand ambassador of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

Earlier, the ICC appointed Chris Gayle and Usain Bolt as Men's T20 World Cup 2024 brand ambassadors. It is noteworthy that the T20 World Cup will be organized under the joint hosting of West Indies and USA.    

Correct Answer :   Guwahati

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced that India will host the prestigious 2025 BWF World Junior Championships at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati. This marks a significant milestone as India will be hosting this premier badminton event for the first time since 2008, when it was held in Pune.

BWF World Junior Championships Return to India

After a gap of 17 years, the BWF World Junior Championships will once again take place in India. The exact dates for the 2025 edition will be announced later, but the excitement is already building among badminton enthusiasts and players alike.

This prestigious tournament provides a platform for young badminton talents from around the world to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. Hosting the event in India is a testament to the country’s growing prominence in the sport and its commitment to nurturing the next generation of badminton stars.

Denmark to Host 2026 BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals

In another significant development, the 2026 edition of the BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals will be held in Horsens, Denmark. These prestigious team championships, featuring the world’s best men’s and women’s badminton teams, will be hosted by Denmark for the second time, following the successful 2021 edition held in Aarhus.

The hosting rights for both events were confirmed at the recent BWF Council meeting on April 28, 2024, highlighting the BWF’s commitment to bringing top-level badminton competitions to various parts of the world.

About the Badminton World Federation (BWF)

The Badminton World Federation (BWF), established in 1934 and headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is the international governing body for the sport of badminton. Recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the BWF oversees and promotes the development of badminton globally.

Under the leadership of President Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen, the BWF continues to work towards enhancing the sport’s popularity, fostering international cooperation, and providing opportunities for players and fans alike to experience the thrill of badminton at the highest level..