T20 World Cup Venue 2021 Sharjah Stadium: Schedule and Time Table 2021

Located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, the Sharjah Cricket Stadium hosts international cricket matches. Built in 1984, this ground holds the Guinness World Record for hosting the most One Day International Matches at one avenue. So far, 241 ODIs have been played here.

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In April 1984, the Asia Cup was played here for the first time. Some matches of the 2014 Indian Premier League were played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates.

sharjah cricket stadium venue for t20 world cup 2021

Because of the global pandemic, the T20 World Cup 2021 will also occur in the United Arab Emirates. Sharjah Cricket Ground is a few places where no home team has participated in a test match.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium for t20 World Cup 2021

In terms of how many international matches it has hosted, Sharjah Cricket Ground ranks third behind Melbourne Cricket Ground and Sydney Cricket Ground.

In the Sub-Continent, there are many stadiums similar to the Sharjah Cricket Ground. There is a short distance between the boundary and the stands, so the fans can closely watch all the action. There are more entertaining matches at Sharjah Cricket Ground because of that.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch conditions at Sharjah Cricket Stadium are favorable for spinners. At Sharjah Ground, it is best to bat first. 

During the early innings, fast bowlers might get some help, but spinners can shine in the later innings. Strong bowling sides can give a team an edge.

T20 WC 2021 Ticket Price Sharjah Cricket Ground

Since the T20 World Cup, 2021 is shifted to the United Arab Emirates due to the ongoing Pandemic, and people are looking for T20 Wc tickets to watch world cup matches live in the stadium. T20 world cup 2021 Tickets are not yet available to sell; we will update them as soon as possible once available.

Stands and Seating Arrangement

With a capacity of 27,000, the Sharjah Cricket Stadium has three stands for spectators. They are referred to as 

  • East Stand
  • West Stand
  • North Stand

During the PSL 2019, the capacity of the North Stand was increased. You can also watch the cricket from the Diamond Box or the Corporate Box. In comparison to normal seats, Corporate and Diamond Box tickets are more expensive.

Records and statistics

  • Total Match Played: 14
  • Batting First Won: 9
  • Batting Second Won: 4
  • Tie: 1
  • Avg. Score in 1st bat: 151
  • Highest Score: Afghanistan 215/6
  • Lowest Score: Kenya 56/10
  • Below Score 150: 8
  • Score between 150 and 169: 3
  • Score between 170 and 189: 2

Above Score 190: 1

Hotels Near Sharjah Cricket Ground

  • 72 Hotel Sharjah
  • Al Majaz Premiere Hotel Apartments
  • The Act Hotel Sharjah

Entry Rules and Entry Fee

A question pops up in our minds when we plan to watch a T20 World Cup match at the stadium: what is allowed and what is prohibited? The following items are permitted at Sharjah Cricket Ground:

  • Wallet
  • Cell phone
  • Small purse (women can carry their small purse with their essential make-up items )
  • Flags without stick
  • Jersey

And here are the items that are strictly prohibited inside:

  •  Eatables (Not even any mouth-freshener )
  •  Water bottles
  •  Coins
  •  Power bank
  •  Bags
  •  Motorcycle helmets
  •  Cameras
  •  Electronic gadgets.
  •  Ear Phones

Stadium Address and Contact Details

Here is the Sharjah Cricket Stadium Address and contact details:

  • Address: Second Industrial St – Industrial AreaIndustrial Area 5 – Sharjah – United Arab Emirates
  • Phone: +971 6 542 2991
  • Google Map Location
  • E-Mail: [email protected]

Ground Information

  • Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
  • Coordinates: 25°19′50.96″N 55°25′15.44″ECoordinates: 25°19′50.96″N 55°25′15.44″E
  • Establishment: 1982
  • Capacity: 17,000
  • Boundary Length: 65 yards
  • Sharjah Cricket Stadium Ends: Sharjah Cricket Ground has two ends: 1)Pavilion End, 2)Sharjah Club
  • Owner: Sharjah Cricket Association

Map and Layout Images

Here are the images of Sharjah cricket stadium

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