T20 World Cup 2024 – Stadiums in West Indies and USA : The T20 World Cup 2024 is just around the corner, promising an exciting cricketing spectacle with 20 teams competing across 9 unique venues. This year, the tournament is jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA, marking a historic collaboration. Here’s your ultimate guide to the T20 World Cup stadiums, from the historic Kensington Oval to the modern Central Broward Park.
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Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, USA
Capacity: 15,000
Inauguration: 2008
Fixtures:
- USA vs Canada (June 1)
- Nepal vs Netherlands (June 4)
- USA vs Pakistan (June 6)
- Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (June 7)
Opened in May 2008, Grand Prairie Stadium was originally a baseball venue and now serves as a multipurpose sports arena. It will host four matches in the T20 World Cup, bringing cricket excitement to Dallas.
Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, USA
Capacity: 34,000
Inauguration: 2024
Fixtures:
- Sri Lanka vs South Africa (June 3)
- India vs Ireland (June 5)
- Canada vs Ireland (June 7)
- Netherlands vs South Africa (June 8)
- India vs Pakistan (June 9)
- Bangladesh vs South Africa (June 10)
- Canada vs Pakistan (June 11)
The newly constructed modular stadium in East Meadow, New York, will host its first game on June 3. With a significant capacity, it’s set to be a key venue for the tournament.
Central Broward Park, Florida, USA
Capacity: 25,000
Inauguration: 2007
Fixtures:
- Nepal vs Sri Lanka (June 11)
- USA vs Ireland (June 14)
- Canada vs India (June 15)
- Ireland vs Pakistan (June 16)
As the first ICC certified cricket pitch in the U.S, Central Broward Park holds a special place in American cricket. It will be buzzing with international action this June.
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda
Capacity: 10,000
Inauguration: 2007
Fixtures:
- Oman vs Scotland (June 9)
- Australia vs Namibia (June 11)
- England vs Oman (June 13)
- England vs Namibia (June 15)
- A2 vs D1 (June 19)
- B2 vs D2 (June 20)
- A1 vs D2 (June 22)
- C2 vs D1 (June 23)
Named after the legendary West Indies captain, this stadium will host several key matches, including games featuring top cricketing nations.
Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Capacity: 28,000
Inauguration: 1882
Fixtures:
- Namibia vs Oman (June 2)
- England vs Scotland (June 4)
- Australia vs Oman (June 5)
- Namibia vs Scotland (June 6)
- Australia vs England (June 8)
- C1 vs A1 (June 20)
- A2 vs C2 (June 21)
- A2 vs B1 (June 23)
- Final (June 29)
One of the oldest and most iconic cricket grounds, Kensington Oval is set to host the grand final, making it a focal point of the tournament.
Daren Sammy Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia
Capacity: 13,000
Inauguration: 2003
Fixtures:
Australia vs Scotland (June 15)
Netherlands vs Sri Lanka (June 16)
West Indies vs Afghanistan (June 17)
B1 vs C2 (June 19)
B1 vs D1 (June 21)
B2 vs A1 (June 24)
Named after the famous West Indian cricketer, Daren Sammy Stadium is ready to host thrilling encounters.
Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago
Capacity: 15,000
Inauguration: 2007
Fixtures:
- West Indies vs New Zealand (June 12)
- Afghanistan vs Papua New Guinea (June 13)
- New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea (June 17)
- First semifinal (June 26)
Located in Tarouba, this academy is a tribute to one of cricket’s greatest batsmen and is set to host the critical semifinal match.
Arnos Vale Stadium, Kingstown, Saint Vincent
Capacity: 18,000
Inauguration: 1981
Fixtures:
- Bangladesh vs Netherlands (June 13)
- Nepal vs South Africa (June 14)
- Bangladesh vs Nepal (June 16)
- C1 vs B2 (June 23)
- C1 vs D2 (June 24)
A multipurpose venue, Arnos Vale Stadium will feature crucial group stage matches and is known for its picturesque setting.
The T20 World Cup 2024 is gearing up to be an unforgettable event, with a diverse range of stadiums hosting matches across the West Indies and the USA. Each venue brings its unique charm and history, adding to the excitement of the tournament. Whether you’re a local fan or tuning in from afar, these stadiums will be the epicenters of thrilling cricket action this summer.
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