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Nassau County Intl cricket stadium ready for T20 World Cup action

Last updated : May 17, 2024 15:05
SportzPower Team
May 16, 2024 18:05

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 ambassador Usain Bolt got a first look at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, along with cricket legends and New York sports icons.

Joining Bolt in this special preview were USA cricketers Corey Anderson and Monank Patel along with cricket legend Sir Curtly Ambrose (West Indies), Shoaib Malik (Pakistan), and Liam Plunkett (England).

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