Clydesdale Cricket Club's Titwood Ground Chosen for 2030 T20 World Cup in Scotland

Cricket Scotland has nominated the Titwood ground of Clydesdale Cricket Club in Glasgow as the venue for the 2030 T20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted with England and Ireland. This decision comes after site evaluations and consultations with the ICC. While the picturesque Grange Cricket Club was considered, Titwood's larger capacity for temporary infrastructure made it the preferred choice. Cricket Scotland is also exploring the establishment of a permanent home for Scottish cricket at New Williamfield. This pivotal moment aims to enhance facilities and opportunities for cricket in Scotland.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 12, 2026, 00:28 IST

Titwood Ground Selected for T20 World Cup

Glasgow [Scotland], November 12: Cricket Scotland has officially put forward the Titwood ground of Clydesdale Cricket Club in Glasgow as the proposed venue for the men's T20 World Cup in 2030. This tournament will be co-hosted by Scotland, England, and Ireland, as reported by a sports news outlet.

In making this choice, Titwood was favored over Edinburgh's Grange Cricket Club, which previously hosted two matches during the 1999 World Cup and Scotland's notable ODI win against England in 2018.

This decision came after site evaluations conducted by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) along with external contractors appointed by Cricket Scotland, and it was made in collaboration with the International Cricket Council (ICC).

While the Grange is known for its scenic beauty, its smaller size limits potential for expansion. In contrast, Titwood offers more flexibility for the temporary infrastructure needed for the tournament.

The 2030 World Cup was awarded to England, Ireland, and Scotland back in 2021, but specifics regarding match dates and the number of games each country will host are still pending. The ICC announced that it will present windows for major men's events from 2028 to 2035 at its upcoming board meetings in Bali.

Cricket Scotland is now set to engage in further discussions about the proposed venue for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup with essential stakeholders, including the Scottish and UK governments, as stated in their announcement.

Titwood received ICC endorsement to host ODIs in 2007, with its inauguration by King Charles III, then the Prince of Wales, during a rain-affected match between India and Pakistan that year, celebrating the 60th anniversary of both nations' independence.

Since then, the venue has hosted numerous fixtures for Scotland, including a T20I tri-series with the Netherlands and Nepal in June 2025.

Scotland's captain, Richie Berrington, has a personal connection to the venue, serving as a player-coach for Clydesdale Cricket Club.

In addition to the World Cup venue, Cricket Scotland is also looking into the possibility of establishing a permanent home for Scottish cricket at New Williamfield, the home ground of Stirling County Cricket Club.

This initiative aims to create permanent facilities for Scotland's national teams, which would help reduce the costs associated with temporary setups. However, the success of this plan will likely hinge on government funding.

Wilf Walsh, chair of Cricket Scotland, emphasized that these decisions will guide the future development of cricket facilities in the country.

“These choices provide a clear path for the future of key facilities in Scottish cricket, building on the priorities outlined in our recent Facilities Strategy. They will focus our next steps in collaboration with clubs, partners, and the government as we seek to secure the necessary facilities for the growth and success of our sport,” he stated.

“The opportunity to host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2030, along with the chance to create permanent facilities for our national teams, marks a pivotal moment for Scottish cricket. Our goal is to transform these opportunities into a lasting legacy that connects high-level investment with enhanced pathways and greater chances for individuals across Scotland to engage with and enjoy the game,” he added.