New Victoria Falls stadium among venues for ODI World Cup next year
The International Cricket Council has announced that a new stadium in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, will host matches for the upcoming 50-over World Cup. The tournament will be co-hosted by Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Namibia, marking the event's return to Africa after 24 years.
Why it matters
This event represents a significant return of major international sporting infrastructure and tourism to the African continent.
July 31 - A newly constructed stadium in Victoria Falls has been named among the venues for next year's 50-over World Cup, which Zimbabwe will co-host with South Africa and Namibia, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced.
The 10,000-seat Fale Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium, which is expected to host domestic cricket later this year, is one of 12 venues selected for the 14-team tournament. Harare and Bulawayo are Zimbabwe's other host cities.
Eight cities in South Africa will stage the bulk of the 57 matches scheduled for October and November, in what will be the first 50-over World Cup held on the continent in 24 years. Windhoek will be Namibia's sole venue.
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