Overview

• India’s bid for the 2027 final was dismissed as England’s grounds proved more reliable at drawing neutral crowds.
• Since 2021, the WTC Final has been held at three English venues: the Rose Bowl, The Oval and Lord’s.
• Australian captain Pat Cummins has proposed rotating hosting rights to the defending champions to diversify venue selection.
• Former India coach Ravi Shastri says that once the final’s global following grows, large-capacity grounds like the MCG and Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium could be considered.
• Future host decisions will need to balance the tradition of iconic English grounds with the draw of larger-capacity stadiums abroad.