Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Cricket stadium in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.
Daren Sammy Cricket Ground is a cricket stadium in Gros Islet designed to host large international matches with a capacity of 20,000 spectators. The facility spans 22 acres and includes training areas, team facilities, hospitality suites, and dedicated spaces for players and visitors.
The ground opened in 2002 as Beausejour Cricket Ground before being renamed in 2016 to honor Daren Sammy, who captained the West Indies to two ICC World Twenty20 titles. This renaming marked a significant moment in Saint Lucia's sports history.
This ground sits at the center of cricket passion on the island, where locals gather to watch and celebrate their sport. The venue carries deep meaning as a symbol of Saint Lucia's place in the regional cricket world.
The venue sits near the Rodney Bay tourism area, making it easy to reach from nearby hotels and beaches. The facility has ample parking and offers both daytime matches and evening games under floodlights.
In 2006, this ground became the first cricket venue in the Caribbean to host an international day-night match under floodlights. This pioneering moment established the stadium as a milestone in regional cricket history.
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