Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) announced that the Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium in Victoria Falls is in its final construction phase. This update comes as an ICC delegation concluded its inspection of the country's venues for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup.

Key construction at the Victoria Falls stadium, Zimbabwe's newest international venue, is largely complete. The media center, broadcast facilities, changing rooms, medical areas, grandstands, and grass banks are almost ready. Roofing, bucket seat installation, and other finishing touches are currently underway, with corporate gazebos also planned.

ZC Managing Director Givemore Makoni expressed excitement, stating, “The main building works are as good as complete and we are now concentrating on the finishes. When you look at the outfield and how the facilities are taking shape, there is a real sense of excitement about how close we are to playing cricket here.”

The venue will host a trial match before its full completion target in mid-2027, followed by an international series to thoroughly test the ground ahead of the World Cup. The 2027 Men’s ODI World Cup, jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, marks the tournament's return to Africa since 2003. Victoria Falls will join Harare and Bulawayo as host cities.

ICC Tournament Director Sarah Edgar praised the progress, especially at Victoria Falls, highlighting the opportunity for international fans to experience cricket at an iconic tourist destination. Improvements are also underway at existing venues in Harare and Bulawayo, with upgrades to meet modern tournament standards, including new bucket seats and floodlights at Queens Sports Club and Mosi-oa-Tunya stadium.

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