The Mosi-oa-Tunya International Cricket Stadium, also known as the Victoria Falls Multipurpose Cricket Ground, is rapidly taking shape as a key infrastructure project aligned with the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2). Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is aggressively pushing construction to meet a crucial March 2026 completion date, just in time for the facility to serve as a host venue for the prestigious ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, which Zimbabwe will co-host with Namibia.
This ambitious project, estimated to cost between $5 and $10 million, is primarily financed through crucial ICC grants, demonstrating international confidence in Zimbabwe’s capacity to host world-class sporting events. Once finished, the stadium will boast a seating capacity of 10,000, instantly providing a significant boost to sports tourism in the picturesque Victoria Falls region.
The facility’s design goes far beyond a standard cricket ground, positioning it as a true multi-purpose venue. Planned amenities include a professional playing field, extensive practice nets, state-of-the-art electronic scoreboards, a grandstand, modern changing rooms, VIP lounges, hospitality suites, and a fully equipped broadcast and media centre. Crucially, the pitch area and surrounding ground are being engineered to allow the stadium to host events for other sports, including rugby, hockey, and netball.
This multi-use capability maximizes the venue’s return on investment and solidifies Victoria Falls as a continental hub for diverse sporting tourism. The stadium’s stunning location, framed by one of the world’s seven natural wonders, is expected to make it a premier and highly desirable destination on the global cricketing calendar, offering players and fans an unparalleled backdrop for the sport. The successful and timely completion of this stadium is a major win for Zimbabwe’s infrastructure development and its growing profile in international sports.
