The Irish government has given the green light for a new 4,000-seater cricket stadium in Dublin, marking a major milestone for the sport in Ireland. The stadium will rise at the Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown, west Dublin, with completion set before the 2030 Men’s T20 World Cup. Ireland, alongside England and Scotland, will co-host this prestigious event.
Construction of the Ireland cricket stadium will start after the tender process in 2025, with the first phase, including the main stadium, performance center, and practice arenas, slated for completion by 2028. This project addresses a longstanding challenge for Irish cricket, which has lacked a permanent home for the national team. Until now, many of Ireland’s home matches have been played abroad due to the absence of a dedicated facility.
Cricket Ireland CEO Warren Deutrom praised the decision, calling it a “huge tribute” to everyone involved in Irish cricket. He emphasized that the government’s approval reflects the growing recognition of cricket as a sport of national significance in Ireland.
In addition to the new stadium, Cricket Ireland has also reopened discussions on redeveloping Malahide Cricket Club’s pavilion to better accommodate international matches. Altogether, these developments strongly indicate a promising future for cricket in Ireland, especially as the country prepares to host the 2030 World Cup.
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