Cricket fever is on the rise in Lauderhill as the long-awaited ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup prepares to take place in June. With the countdown underway, the local cricket community is set to kick off an emotional event with the 20th Annual Night Cricket Final at Lauderhill Sports Park this Saturday, May 18th at 6pm.
Known as the “Cricket Capital of the United States,” Lauderhill's reputation stems from the groundbreaking opening of North America's first accredited international cricket stadium in Central Broward Park in 2007. Since then, Broward County Stadium has proudly hosted numerous international matches, hosting cricketing giants such as the West Indies, India, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and the United States. Marking a historic milestone, the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup will be held on American soil for the first time, with matches scheduled for June 11, 14, 15 and 16 at Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill. ing.
Local cricket enthusiasts have long been the driving force behind the spread and development of the sport of cricket in the United States. Lauderhill has been at the forefront of hosting the T20 Night Cricket Tournament (formerly known as the Mayor's Cup) for the past 20 years. Cricket lovers can look forward to witnessing an exhilarating clash between India and Combined Islands on Saturday, May 18th at 6pm at Lauderhill Sports Park.
The event will add to the excitement with a live performance by reggae sensation Hal Anthony, as well as enticing giveaways and mouth-watering food trucks. Attendees will also have the opportunity to capture memorable moments with the Giant Cricket World Cup Ball, an imposing structure that weighs over 400 pounds and stands over 8 feet tall.
Admission to the park is free, but participants are encouraged to arrive early as parking is limited. The venue is Lauderhill Sports Park, 7500 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill, FL 33319.
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A special thank you to this season's sponsors who helped make this event possible: Joy's Roti Delight, Mobile 1 Lube Express, Peppa Seed Jamaican Restaurant, Worldwide Sports, Good to Go Cuisine, Oxygen Air Refrigeration; Woodhaven, Florida Mechanical Building Solutions, S&J Party Rentals, MAQ Group.
Anticipation is at an all-time high as Lauderhill prepares to host the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup, which promises to be an unforgettable experience for cricket lovers and spectators alike. Let the game begin!