The Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC), on Wednesday, revealed the venues for the finals of the continuing ICC World Take a look at Championship (WTC) and the subsequent version in 2025. Each the finals shall be held in London, with Kennington Oval internet hosting the summit conflict of the continuing cycle in 2023, and the Lord’s will host the 2025 WTC last.
The 2 venues in London will succeed Southampton, the place the inaugural last of the WTC was held between New Zealand and India in 2021. Notably, the ultimate was initially scheduled for Lord’s, however as a result of COVID-19 state of affairs and the Ageas Bowl’s on-site hospitality preparations, Southhampton was chosen as the ultimate alternative. In that contest, the Black Caps had emerged victorious after beating India by eight wickets.
Though the dates for the 2023 WTC last haven’t but been confirmed, it’s anticipated to be held earlier than the Ashes, which begins on June 16.
“We’re delighted to be internet hosting subsequent yr’s ICC World Take a look at Championship Last at The Oval, which has such a wealthy legacy and an incredible ambiance, which is right for such an vital fixture on the calendar. Following that, we’ll then take the 2025 Last to Lord’s, which can present a becoming backdrop to the last word Take a look at,” stated ICC Chief Government Geoff Allardice.
“Final yr’s last between New Zealand and India in Southampton was an engrossing encounter, and I’m certain followers the world over could be trying ahead to the subsequent WTC last at The Oval. On behalf of the ICC, I want to thank the England and Wales Cricket Board, Surrey County Cricket Membership, and Marylebone Cricket Membership for his or her help,” added Allardice.
