Birmingham Blog (Cricket World Cup) - Visit Birmingham

Birmingham is set to benefit from a £32.1 million economic boost by hosting five matches of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup (30 May-14 July), according to analysis from global accountancy firm EY.
 

This summer thousands of new and existing cricket fans will have the opportunity to get up close to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup action in Birmingham as the city hosts a Fanzone in Victoria Square between 28-30 June.

We cannot wait to be one the hosts for the most anticipated sporting events this summer here in Birmingham! 10 April marked 50 days to go until the start of the tournament and in celebration we are posting 50 amazing things to see and do inbetween as Birmingham counts down to the big event!

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Opening Party is set to take place on the iconic London Mall on the evening of 29 May ahead of the opening fixture between hosts England and South Africa at The Oval on 30 May.

Today [Thursday 21 March] the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 is pleased to announce that a range of tickets across all teams and venues will be made available for general sale on the Official CWC19 Ticketing Website.

London’s Nelson’s Column played a central role in marking 100 days to go to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.

The 100-day schedule for the domestic leg of the ICC Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour, driven by Nissan, has been announced today ahead of its start date on 19 February - when it will commence its journey across the length and breadth of England and Wales, covering thousands of miles and making stops in more than 20 towns and cities. 

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 today launched its Official Resale Ticket Platform, providing a safe and secure way for fans to buy and sell tickets at face value.