Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls Stadium Nears Completion for 2027 Cricket World Cup

Zimbabwe is set to host part of the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, with the Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium in Victoria Falls nearing completion.

The stadium will host its first match during the tournament on October 24, when Zimbabwe plays India in a group-stage fixture. It will also stage three Super 7 games on October 28, 30, and November 1. Zimbabwe Cricket is putting the finishing touches on the stadium, which is substantially complete, with the media centre, broadcast centre, changing rooms, and grandstands finished. Roofing and installation of bucket seats are underway. The stadium's main building works are almost done, with a trial match planned to test facilities before the World Cup. Zimbabwe will co-host the tournament with South Africa and Namibia, with Harare, Bulawayo, and Victoria Falls hosting matches. An ICC inspection recently assessed progress in the host cities, finding improvements in stadium infrastructure. The tournament will feature a new format, with details to be announced, International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a statement.

The 2027 Cricket World Cup will be a significant event for Zimbabwe, which last hosted the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in 2003. The tournament's return to the country is expected to boost cricket development and infrastructure.

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup is one of the most widely viewed sporting events globally, with the 2019 edition attracting over 2.6 billion viewers. The 2027 tournament is set to be an exciting event, with top teams competing for the coveted title.