NEW DELHI: Shah Rukh Khan celebrated a major milestone for cricket in the United States with the official unveiling of the LA Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California. The new venue represents a significant step in the expansion of the sport in North America and is expected to play a key role in preparation for cricket’s return to the Olympics at the 2028 Summer Olympics. The stadium will serve as the home ground of the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise and is slated to host several key games in the coming years.Expressing his excitement, Shah Rukh Khan shared an emotional message on social media, describing the opening of the stadium as the fulfillment of a long-held dream. The Bollywood superstar, who co-owns the Knight Riders franchise, highlighted the larger vision of the project and thanked those who supported the initiative. He wrote, “What started as a dream… today is turning into a reality. I welcome you all to the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA. A place built not only for sport but for fun and for families… and memories that last forever. Special thanks to Jaybhai who has been too kind through this journey @JayShah, & @ICC and @Sanjog_G for so much support. This is for LA, for cricket fans around the world, and for the Knight Riders family. Welcome. to the home of the @LA_KnightRiders .
America’s iconic cricket venue
The newly opened stadium will host its first competitive cricket match during the current Major League Cricket season. It will become the permanent home of the Los Angeles Knight Riders, giving local cricket fans the opportunity to experience top franchise cricket in Southern California for the first time. The venue has modern facilities and is designed to cater not only for cricket matches but also for fun events and family experiences.A total of seven matches are scheduled to be played at the ground during the upcoming Major League Cricket season, marking the start of a new chapter for the sport in the region. With cricket gaining popularity in the United States, the launch of a dedicated international standard venue is seen as a major boost for the future of the game.
Eyes on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
The importance of the LA Knight Riders Cricket Ground extends beyond franchise cricket. The venue is expected to play a key role when cricket returns to the Olympic stage at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. As a result, the stadium is likely to become one of the world’s most important destinations for the sport in the next few years, serving both professional cricket and the continued growth of the game in the United States.
