For the first time in cricket history, the United States is set to host the ICC T20 World Cup in 2024. Alongside the West Indies, the United States has been confirmed as one of the venues for this prestigious T20 cricket tournament.
The ICC (International Cricket Council) has selected three venues in the United States for hosting matches in the T20 World Cup. These venues are Dallas, Florida, and New York.
Matches of the T20 World Cup will be held at the Grand Prairie in Dallas, the Broward County Stadium in Florida, and the Eisenhower Park in Nassau County, New York. The Eisenhower Park stadium in Nassau County will undergo expansion to accommodate 34,000 seats for the tournament. Furthermore, additional arrangements will be made to increase seating capacity in the Grand Prairie and Broward County stadiums, as well as to enhance facilities for both media and premium hospitality.
Geoff Allardice, the ICC’s Chief Executive, expressed his excitement, saying, “We are delighted to announce the names of the three venues in the United States where the ICC T20 World Cup will be held, featuring 20 teams competing for the trophy. The United States is a crucial market for us, and these venues represent significant opportunities for cricket to establish itself as a major sport in the country. The expansion of facilities and the selection of these venues are crucial steps in our efforts to tap into the enormous potential of the United States as a major cricket market.”
The selection of venues in the United States reflects the ICC’s aim to make cricket more popular and accessible in the country. It presents an opportunity to showcase the T20 format to a broader audience and promote the sport’s growth in the United States.
In summary, the ICC T20 World Cup in 2024 will be a historic event as it marks the first time the United States will host such a prestigious cricket tournament. The selection of venues in the United States underscores the ICC’s commitment to expanding cricket’s reach and popularity in the country.
