Victoria Falls stadium nears completion for 2027 World Cup

The Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium in Victoria Falls is close to completion, with preparations for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 gathering pace in Zimbabwe. The ICC says the media centre, broadcast centre, changing rooms, medical facility, grandstands and grass banks are substantially complete.

The ground is listed to stage Zimbabwe v India on 24 October, the first of four fixtures currently scheduled there.

Fixtures and floodlights

After the Zimbabwe v India game on 24 October, the listing shows A1 v A2 on 28 October, A3 v AB4 on 30 October and A2 v B1 on 1 November.

Floodlights are also planned for the Victoria Falls stadium and for Queens Sports Club, in time for the tournament.

Ticket ballot

Fans can register for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 ticket ballot and choose their preferred matches until 23h59 (CAT) on 21 November.