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Saudi Arabia\u2019s investment in cricket is part of a wider Vision 2030 strategy to establish the Kingdom as a global hub for sport and entertainment. Significant resources are being directed toward diversifying the economy, engaging youth, and attracting international events. Alongside football, Formula 1, boxing, and tennis, cricket is now a priority \u2014 reflecting both its global reach and its strong connection to the Kingdom\u2019s expatriate community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saudi Arabia is preparing for its biggest cricket moment yet. In November 2025, the Kingdom will host the World Cricket Festival (WCF) in Jeddah \u2014 a first-of-its-kind four-day spectacle that combines international cricket with concerts, cultural showcases, and family entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Cricket Investment Company (CIC), the commercial arm of the Saudi Arabia Cricket Federation (SACF), has been established to accelerate the development and commercialization of cricket in the Kingdom. CIC will work hand-in-hand with strategic partners like Infinix Holding Ltd, to grow the game from the grassroots level, expand participation, and build pathways for local talent to strengthen the national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aligned with Vision 2030, CIC\u2019s mission extends beyond commercial value\u2014it seeks to enhance quality of life, foster community engagement, and position Saudi Arabia as a rising destination for cricket. As an enabler and strategic partner, CIC is committed to unlocking the sport\u2019s potential while ensuring it leaves a lasting social and cultural impact across the Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HRH Prince Saud Bin Meshal Al-Saud, Chairman of SACF, welcomed the partnership:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe partnership aligns with our core objectives as a federation. We are working on developing the game at its grassroot levels by creating opportunity, professional set-up, and a better quality of life for everyone involved in the sport in Saudi Arabia. It is a natural alliance with vision 2030\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festival\u2019s centerpiece will be the F2 Double Wicket World Cup, featuring 10 international teams in a unique two-player format. Matches will be fast and unpredictable, with innovations such as the Super Sub rule and the Fireball over, designed to create dramatic highlights for live fans and global streaming audiences. By night, the event will transform into a music and cultural festival with headline performers, making WCF a full \u201cday-and-night\u201d experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Financially, WCF is projected to generate SAR 51.6 million in its debut year, with long-term valuation targets beyond SAR 150 million by 2028. More than a tournament, it positions Saudi Arabia as a new home for world cricket \u2014 uniting sport, culture, and commerce on a scale the Kingdom has never seen before.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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