Illustrated T20 World Cup scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
Free T20 World Cup word search. We picked 12 themed words — its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it — and laid them out on a 15×15 grid. Drag across the letters to find every word on the list.
Words to find: SUPEROVER, POWERPLAY, GROUPSTAGE, QUALIFIER, SEMIFINAL, ELIMINATOR, TROPHY, WORLDCUP, PITCH, GROUND, STADIUM, OUTFIELD.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
T20 World Cup word list, defined
POWERPLAY/ˈpaʊərpleɪ/ · noun
A power play is a strategic move or action taken by a person or organization to gain an advantage or influence a situation, often in a subtle or manipulative way. Related: maneuver, ploy, tactic, strategy.
QUALIFIER/kwɒlɪˈfaɪər/ · noun
A word or phrase that modifies or limits the meaning of another word or phrase. A statement that provides additional information about something. Related: modifier, specifier, condition, exception.
SEMIFINAL/sɛmɪˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The final round of competition before the final, typically involving two teams or individuals. Related: final, intermediate, preliminary, quarterfinal.
ELIMINATOR/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪtər/ · noun
A person or thing that eliminates something, or a device that removes unwanted material or particles. Related: eradicator, exterminator, purifier, refiner.
TROPHY/ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
PITCH/pɪtʃ/ · noun, verb
A point at which a change of direction or a new development takes place; a musical note or sound of a particular pitch. To throw or direct something in a particular direction, especially with force or skill. Related: throw, cast, launch, pitch in.
GROUND/ɡraʊnd/ · noun, verb
The surface of the earth; the land as opposed to the sea or air. To bring or force something down to the ground. Related: land, earth, soil, floor.
STADIUM/ˈstædɪəm/ · noun
A large, usually outdoor building or area for sports, concerts, or other public events. Related: arena, amphitheater, ground, pitch.
OUTFIELD/ˈaʊt.fiːld/ · noun
The area of a sports field, such as a baseball or cricket field, that is outside the infield, or the players who play in this area. Related: outfielder, outfield position, perimeter, exterior.