Toronto – Cricket fans across Canada are in for a treat as Cineplex, Willow TV and Ethnicity Matters come together to present the live screenings of select ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 matches. The matches will be shown in 19 cities, bringing the excitement of international cricket to the big screen.
The upcoming edition of the International Cricket Council Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be held from June 1 to June 29 in the United States and the Caribbean. The Canada’s Men’s National Team will be participating in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, for the first time and have been grouped with India, Pakistan, Ireland and the United States in Group A. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 match screenings will focus on Group A match ups and include live screenings of the semifinals and championship final on June 29.
Why cricket is important
The landscape of Canadian sports is evolving, with cricket emerging as a major
contender. Boasting a dedicated fan base of over 3 million and engaging 300,000 participants nationwide, cricket is now played in all of Canada’s 10 provinces. This growth mirrors the multicultural vibrancy of the country, as communities come together to celebrate their shared passion for the game. Cineplex’s screenings of the ICC Men’s T20 2024 World Cup matches underscore this momentum, bringing the thrill of world-class cricket to audiences across Canada.
Willow TV: “We are thrilled to bring the action of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 to cricket enthusiasts in Canada. This collaboration with Cineplex and Ethnicity Matters allows us to offer an unparalleled viewing experience.” – Anurag Bahl, Director – Business Strategy, Partnerships & Revenue Cineplex:
“Cineplex is thrilled to bring cricket fans together to see the matches on the big
screen with big sound. Fans can cheer on their favourite teams from the best seats in the house, close to home.” – Matt DeVuono, Executive Director, Event Cinema, Cineplex Ethnicity Matters: “Our goal has always been to celebrate diversity and connect communities through shared experiences. This initiative with Cineplex and Willow TV brings the cricket community together, fostering a sense of unity and excitement. Cricket fans love to watch the big matches together and the screening opportunities provide another chance to enjoy collectively.” – Howard Lichtman, Partner and Co-Founder Ethnicity Matters
Screening Schedule (all times in ET):
Saturday, June 1 – Canada vs. USA, 8:30 PM
Sunday, June 9 – India vs. Pakistan, 10:30 AM
Tuesday, June 11 – Canada vs. Pakistan, 10:30 AM
Saturday, June 15 – Canada vs. India, 10:30 AM
Sunday, June 16 – Ireland vs. Pakistan, 10:30 AM
Wednesday, June 26 – Semifinal 1, 8:30 PM
Thursday, June 27 – Semifinal 2, 10:30 AM
Saturday, June 29 – Championship Final, 10:00 AM
Participating Theatres:
Cineplex Cinemas Strawberry Hill, Surrey, BC
Cineplex Cinemas Langley, Langley, BC
Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver, Vancouver, BC
SilverCity Riverport Cinemas, Richmond, BC
Cineplex Cinemas Coquitlam and VIP, Coquitlam, BC
Scotiabank Theatre Winnipeg, Winnipeg, MB
Cineplex Odeon Sunridge Spectrum Cinemas, Calgary, AB
Cineplex Odeon South Edmonton Cinemas, Edmonton, AB
Scotiabank Theatre Halifax, Halifax, NS
Cineplex Cinemas Fairview Mall, Toronto, ON
Cineplex Cinemas Courtney Park, Mississauga, ON
Cineplex Cinemas Winston Churchill and VIP, Oakville, ON
Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas and VIP, Toronto, ON
Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre Cinemas, Scarborough, ON
SilverCity Richmond Hill Cinemas, Richmond Hill, ON
Cineplex Cinemas Vaughan, Woodbridge, ON
SilverCity Brampton Cinemas, Brampton, ON
Cineplex Cinemas Mississauga, Mississauga, ON
Cinéma Cineplex Forum and VIP, Montreal, QC
Tickets for each match screening can be purchased on Cineplex.com, the Cineplex App or in-theatre.