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Knight Riders Cricket Ground to host first MLC match in California on July 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:16 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Knight Riders Cricket Ground to host first MLC match in California on July 1

Summary

The Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California, is set to host its inaugural Major League Cricket match on July 1, featuring the LA Knight Riders against the Washington Freedom. This event marks a significant step for cricket in the U.S. and will serve as the temporary venue for Olympic cricket during the LA28 Games. The $21 million facility will eventually expand to accommodate 15,000 spectators by 2028. The ground, promoted by the Knight Riders Group, aims to solidify cricket's presence in the region and build a community for fans of the sport. This will be the second venue developed for MLC, following Grand Prairie Stadium.

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Status Watch

•First MLC match on July 1 at Knight Riders Cricket Ground.
•Facility will host seven MLC matches in its inaugural season.
•Construction funded by Knight Riders Group aims to create a permanent venue.
•Capacity to increase from 5,000 to 15,000 by 2028 Olympics.
•Venue positioned as a focal point for cricket in Southern California.

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4:16 PMYahoo Sports — Knight Riders Cricket Ground is not just MLC's growth but rise of cricket in the USA

What they're saying

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Cricket in the USA will see a significant boost when the Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California, hosts its inaugural Major League Cricket match on July 1. This venue, designated for the LA28 Olympics, marks a major infrastructural development for the sport, promising to expand its footprint and engage a wider audience.
— Yahoo Sports

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