ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Records for Grounds

The Cricket World Cup is a quadrennial international cricket championship tournament. England has hosted the tournament a record number of times, with the latest edition being held in 2019. The tournament is hosted on various national grounds, with some iconic venues including Lord’s, The Oval, and Edgbaston. These grounds have a rich history of hosting international cricket matches and have been the stage for some of the game’s most memorable moments. With the World Cup being held in England, fans are treated to a unique blend of traditional cricketing culture and state-of-the-art facilities.

Rank	Ground	Matches	Period
1	Old Trafford, Manchester	17	1975-2019
2	Headingley, Leeds	16	1975-2019
2	Edgbaston, Birmingham	16	1975-2019
4	Kennington Oval, London	15	1975-2019
4	Lord’s, London	15	1975-2019
4	Trent Bridge, Nottingham	15	1975-2019

Old Trafford, Manchester

Old Trafford in Manchester is one of England’s most iconic cricket grounds and has hosted 17 Cricket World Cup matches overall. The ground has a rich history of hosting international cricket matches and is known for its distinctive red brick pavilion and large seating capacity. Old Trafford has been the stage for some of the game’s most memorable moments and remains a popular venue for fans and players.

Headingley, Leeds

Headingley in Leeds is a historic cricket ground that has hosted 16 Cricket World Cup matches overall. The ground holds several records, including being the venue for the first-ever One Day International in England and also hosting the first-ever World Cup final to be tied. Headingley is known for its lively atmosphere and is a popular venue for both fans and players. With its rich history and significance in cricket, Headingley remains a vital part of the cricketing world.

Edgbaston, Birmingham

Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, UK, is a world-renowned venue with a capacity of 25,000 spectators. It hosted 16 matches from 1975 to the 2019 Cricket World Cup and has a rich history of hosting high-stakes international matches. Edgbaston holds records for the highest successful run chase in a World Cup match and the most number of sixes in a World Cup innings.

Kennington Oval, London

The Kennington Oval in London, UK, is a historic cricket ground with a capacity of 25,500 spectators. It hosted 15 matches during the 1975 to 2019 Cricket World Cup and is known for hosting many memorable ones. The Oval holds records as the first venue to host a Test match in England and the first-ever international cricket match. With its rich history and iconic status, the Oval remains a top destination for cricket fans.

Lord’s, London

Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, UK, is considered the home of cricket and has a capacity of 28,000 spectators. It hosted 15 matches during the 1975 to 2019 Cricket World Cup and has a long history of hosting international matches. Lord’s holds records such as hosting the first ever Test match and being the birthplace of the Laws of Cricket. With its rich history and world-renowned status, Lord’s remains a premier destination for cricket fans.

Trent Bridge, Nottingham

Trent Bridge Cricket Ground in Nottingham, UK, has a capacity of 17,000 spectators and hosted 15 matches during the 1975 2019 Cricket World Cup. The ground has a history of hosting high-stakes international matches. It holds records for the highest-ever ODI score by a team and the highest individual score by a batsman in ODIs in England. Trent Bridge remains a top destination for cricket fans, known for its passionate supporters and exciting atmosphere.

England has been a popular host of the Cricket World Cup, hosting the most matches between 1975 and 2019. With its world-class grounds and passionate cricket fans, England has become synonymous with the sport and has provided a fitting stage for many of the tournament’s memorable moments.

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