Last year, I wanted to watch a cricket match called the “2022 Krefeld ECS T10.” It was held in Germany, and the name sounded pretty professional. T10 is a super fast-paced format—each innings lasts only 10 overs, so games wrap up quickly, sometimes in just minutes. I’d seen a few matches before, and they were incredibly thrilling. That’s why I wanted to catch either the live broadcast or a replay this time.
But here’s the problem: I couldn’t remember when the match started at all. August? July? Or September? Not a single memory surfaced. No choice but to find it myself.
Step One: Open My Phone and Start Searching
That day, I was eating noodles while picking up my phone. I opened my go-to cricket website and typed a few words into the search bar: “2022 Krefeld ECS T10 schedule.”
I clicked, and a bunch of results popped up. But most were about the 2023 tournament, or just listed which teams played and who won or lost. While somewhat useful, that wasn’t what I needed. What I really wanted to know was: When exactly did the tournament start? And when did it end?
I scrolled through several pages but still couldn’t find it. Some pages had player stories, which were interesting but unrelated to the schedule.I started getting annoyed, thinking: How can I not find something so simple?
Then I tweaked my search terms. The original query was too broad, so I made it more specific: “2022 Krefeld ECS T10 tournament dates June July August.” This way, the system understood I was looking for the schedule, not news or scores.
Finally, I started getting some leads.
Found the Key Info: Tournament Dates
Midway down a major cricket website, I spotted a headline: “2022 Krefeld ECS T10 Tournament Schedule.” Clicking through, I finally found what I needed:
- Start Date: Monday, August 15, 2022
- End Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
So the entire tournament only lasted about a month. The main phase was in August, running through early September. Now I had a solid grasp of the timeline.
I recalled watching similar tournaments before when the weather was warm and sunny. Now seeing it was August to September, the timing made sense. That period in Germany coincides with late summer, perfect for outdoor play.
But then I wondered: Were matches held every day during that month? Would I need to watch daily? Or were they concentrated on specific days?
Matches weren’t played daily but concentrated over several days
I examined the schedule more closely and discovered matches weren’t held every day. Organizers divided the tournament into several “match weeks,” with multiple matches concentrated within each week.
For example:
- Matches were typically scheduled Monday through Thursday, or Monday through Friday, within a week.
- Weekends were often rest days, likely for player recovery or court preparation.
- Each day usually features two matches: one in the morning, starting around 10 AM German time; another in the afternoon, starting around 2 PM.
- Since T10 matches are short—each lasting just over an hour at most—scheduling two to four matches per day is perfectly feasible.
Now I get it: I don’t need to be glued to my phone all day. Just remember matches are concentrated on weekdays, especially Tuesday through Thursday, and I won’t miss anything.
Why is understanding the schedule so crucial?
Honestly, I’ve learned the hard way. Once I thought a match was at 8 PM, but it was actually 10 AM—because I overlooked the time difference. By the time I woke up, the match was long over.
Another time, I set an alarm only to discover there was no match scheduled that day. I waited in vain for hours.
This time, noting the exact times has been a huge help:
- I can mark match days on my calendar for advance reminders.
- I don’t worry about missing crucial games like finals or top-team showdowns.
- When friends ask “When is that game on?” I can answer confidently without getting it wrong.
- Most importantly, I’m done setting random alarms and wasting time.
Final Takeaway: Don’t shy away from the effort—take it step by step
Finding the match schedule seemed simple, but it actually took some work. At first, I just wanted a quick look, but it turned out to be trickier than expected. Many websites only listed the winners, not the actual game times.
But I didn’t give up. I tweaked my search terms bit by bit until I finally found the right information.
Now I know:
- The tournament began on August 15, 2022.
- It lasted nearly a month, concluding on September 13.
- Matches were concentrated on weekdays, with one or two games daily at fixed times.
With these details clear, I can watch replays with confidence. No more guessing or asking others.
Truth is, this applies to many things: seemingly minor tasks like “checking a match schedule” can lead to persistent errors if you don’t approach them diligently. Most problems can be solved by taking the time to work through them step by step.
Now, I can sit back and fully enjoy the spectacular shots, the lightning-fast deliveries, and the thrilling three-wicket catches. That’s what truly matters.
