Varanasi Stadium reportedly set to host WPL in 2027, eyes future IPL matches
Dubai: The under-construction international cricket stadium in Varanasi could soon become a new venue for major domestic cricket, with the Women’s Premier League (WPL) and Indian Premier League (IPL) potentially heading to the city. Varanasi was identified alongside Mumbai’s Cricket Club of India (CCI) and Vadodara as a possible venue during the WPL Executive Council meeting held on Wednesday,…
Varanasi, a city steeped in rich cultural heritage, may soon become a major cricket destination with the construction of a new international stadium. According to the latest reports, the WPL and IPL could grace the city's grounds by 2027. This comes after the stadium, currently 92% completed, is earmarked as a potential venue during the WPL Executive Council meeting on Wednesday, alongside Mumbai's CCI and Vadodara.
With just a few weeks left to complete the remaining construction, the venue is primed to host WPL matches in 2027, potentially followed by IPL matches. The stadium, with a capacity of 30,000 spectators, is designed in a culturally inspired manner, featuring crescent-shaped roof covers, trident-shaped floodlights, ghat-inspired seating, and Bilva leaf-inspired facade elements.
Before potentially hosting the WPL, the stadium is set to stage a Ranji Trophy match in October-November, providing a chance to test the pitch, outfield, and other match-day preparations.
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