Glasgow pips Edinburgh as Scottish venue for 2030 Men's T20 World Cup

Titwood, Clydesdale's home ground, has been chosen ahead of the Grange in Edinburgh, which staged the two games Scotland hosted at the 1999 World Cup and Scotland's famous ODI victory against England in 2018.

The decision follows recent site visits by the ECB and external contractors hired by Cricket Scotland, and was made in consultation with the ICC. While the Grange is a picturesque venue, it has been overlooked in part because of its smaller site, with more scope to add temporary infrastructure at Titwood.

The tournament was awarded to England, Ireland and Scotland in 2021 but further details about its precise dates, or how many games will be staged by each co-host, have not yet been confirmed. The ICC said on Wednesday that windows for major men's events for 2028-35 will be submitted for approval at its upcoming board meetings in Bali.

"Cricket Scotland will now move to the next stage of discussions about the identified venue for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup with key stakeholders and partners, including engagement with the Scottish and UK governments," the governing body said in a statement on Wednesday.

Titwood was approved to host ODIs by the ICC in 2007 and was inaugurated by King Charles III - then the Prince of Wales - at a washed-out fixture between India and Pakistan later that year, scheduled as part of both countries' 60th anniversary celebrations of their independence.

Richie Berrington, Scotland's captain, calls Titwood his home ground in his capacity as a player-coach for Clydesdale CC, though will be 43 by the 2030 T20 World Cup.

Cricket Scotland has also announced a plan to explore the prospect of building a "permanent long-term home for Scottish cricket" at New Williamfield, the home of Stirling County Cricket Club. The project would involve the construction of permanent facilities to avoid the current costs of temporary infrastructure, though is likely to rely on government funding.

"The prospect of hosting the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2030, alongside the opportunity to establish permanent facilities for our national teams, makes this an extremely important time for Scottish cricket.

"Our ambition is to turn these opportunities into a lasting legacy for our sport that connects investment at the highest level with stronger pathways and greater opportunities for people across Scotland to take up and enjoy the game."