Cricket: ICC World Test Championship final begins June 2025 at Lord’s

LONDON: The iconic Lord’s stadium in London will be hosting the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Test Championship final from 11th June 2025.

Asian News International (ANI) quoted an ICC statement as saying on Tuesday that the one-off Test will be played at the London venue from 11th to 15th June 2025, with 16 June available as a reserve day if required.

It will be the first time that Lord’s has been used for the World Test Championship final, with Southhampton as the venue for the first edition (2021) and The Oval as the venue for the second edition (2023), which was won by New Zealand and Australia respectively.

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Fans will get the chance to register their interest for tickets for the World Test Championship final and ICC CEO Geoff Allardice expects demand to be high for the eagerly-awaited contest. “The ICC World Test Championship Final has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in the cricketing calendar,” Allardice said.

Lord’s Cricket Ground, often referred to as the “Home of Cricket,” has a storied history that dates back to the late 18th century. Established in 1787 by Thomas Lord, a bowler and businessman, the ground has become one of the most iconic venues in the world of cricket. Originally located in Dorset Square, London, the ground was moved twice before settling in its current location in St John’s Wood in 1814. Over the years, Lord’s has been the site of countless historic matches, including the first-ever Test match played in England in 1884, and it has played a central role in the development of the sport globally.

The Pavilion at Lord’s, with its famous Long Room, and the iconic Victorian-era Father Time weather vane are symbols of its rich tradition. The ground is not just a cricket venue but a living museum, housing the MCC Museum, which includes the Ashes urn, one of the sport’s most celebrated artifacts. Lord’s has witnessed the evolution of cricket from its early days to the modern era, hosting numerous World Cup finals and being a hallowed ground for players and fans alike. Today, it remains a revered venue, where the history and spirit of cricket are preserved and celebrated.