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Germany shows potential to host future ICC events after ICC chairman visit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:22 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Germany shows potential to host future ICC events after ICC chairman visit

Summary

ICC chairman Jay Shah visited Germany to explore its potential as a host for major cricket events. During his trip, Shah met with German Cricket officials in Düsseldorf to discuss strategies for expanding cricket's footprint in the country. Germany is recognized as a key target market for cricket growth in Europe, with optimistic leadership indicating strong progress on and off the field. Though no formal hosting plans are in place yet, the ICC is looking toward non-traditional markets like Germany for future tournaments.

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•Jay Shah visited Germany to assess cricket's development.
•Discussions included boosting participation and improving infrastructure.
•Germany is considered a key target market for cricket growth.
•No official plans for hosting ICC events have been announced yet.
•German Cricket expressed optimism for the sport's future in the country.

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10:22 AMYahoo Sports — Four-time FIFA World Cup champions Germany emerge as potential host for future ICC events

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ICC chairman Jay Shah was left impressed during his visit to Germany, fuelling hopes the country could host major cricket events in the future.
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