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Biggest ever ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour goes into the stratosphere

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• The space flight launches biggest ever ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour
• Trophy Tour aims to connect the iconic silverware with over one million fans as it tours 18 countries worldwide

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour has begun in spectacular style, launching 120,000 feet above the Earth, before landing in the largest cricket stadium in the world, India’s Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour 2023 has been launched on the grandest scale

The feat was achieved with the World Cup Trophy attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon. The stunning shots of the famous silverware sitting on the edge of the Earth’s atmosphere were captured with 4K cameras. The balloon crossed more than 99.5% of the Earth’s atmosphere with the temperature of -65°C at the peak altitude.

The space flight sets the stage for the biggest ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour ever, counting down to the World Cup being played across India in October and November.

Through a varied programme of activations, the Trophy Tour aims to give one million fans the chance to connect with the prized silverware ahead of the highly anticipated global event, and will visit locations in 18 countries across five continents.

Embarking on its first full-scale global tour since 2019, the Trophy Tour will recreate the sense of occasion and carnival-like atmosphere synonymous with Cricket World Cups through a series of large-scale activations at some of the world’s most iconic destinations.

Fans can follow the progress of the Trophy Tour on its journey around the world at cricketworldcup.com .

In addition to visiting over 20 cities in India and other participating countries, the Trophy will also tour a number of emerging nations such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy and the United States, enabling new and existing fans to get a glimpse of world cricket’s ultimate prize.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said: “The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is an important milestone in the countdown to what will be the biggest ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup ever. This Tour will see the iconic silverware meet heads of states, launch community initiatives and support cricket development programmes in addition to visiting some of the most iconic landmarks around the globe.

“Cricket has more than a billion fans and we want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to get up close to this famous trophy that has been held aloft by some of the greatest legends of our sport.”

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said: “Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket.

“As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket’s greatest spectacle, while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country.”

ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour Schedule

27 June – 14 July: India

15 – 16 July: New Zealand

17 – 18 July: Australia

19 – 21 July: Papua New Guinea

22 – 24 July: India

25 – 27 July: USA

28 – 30 July: West Indies

31 July – 4 August: Pakistan

5 – 6 August: Sri Lanka

7 – 9 August: Bangladesh

10 – 11 August: Kuwait

12 – 13 August: Bahrain

14 – 15 August: India

16 – 18 August: Italy

19 – 20 August: France

21 – 24 August: England

25 – 26 August: Malaysia

27 – 28 August: Uganda

29 – 30 August: Nigeria

31 August – 3 September: South Africa

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ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 trophy tour reaches Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Icc revealed the biggest-ever icc world cup trophy tour for the 2023 edition which includes visits to 18 countries..

The famous trophy for the upcoming edition was first revealed in Ahmedabad where the organizers launched the silverware 12000 feet above the ground. To increase fans' experience and to give them glimpses of the trophy, the ICC has organized its biggest trophy tour in history.

A trophy has already been to New Zealand, Australia, and Papua New Guinea, and will be in Lucknow for three days. After Lucknow, it will tour United States, West Indies, Pakistan, and a few other countries before returning to India for two days, August 14 and 15. Then it will travel to European countries Italy, and England, and will return to India finally on September 4.

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Lucknow is selected to host five ICC World Cup 2023 games for the first time as Kanpur previously held ICC tournament matches in 1987 and 1996. Australia will play South Africa in the first World Cup match in Lucknow on October 13 which will be followed by the Australia-Sri Lanka game on October 16.

Sri Lanka and Netherlands, teams who qualified through qualifiers, will lock horns with each other at Ekana Cricket Stadium on October 21. Pakistan and South Africa will face each other in the fourth match in Lucknow while India will take on champions England on October 29 in the last game at the iconic venue.

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ICC launches Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour in spectacular fashion

The Trophy Tour will begin on June 27 in India, travel around the globe and then return to the host nation on September 4.

The ICC Men's ODI World Cup Trophy Tour 2023 has been launched on a stratospheric scale, giving fans around the world a unique opportunity to interact with the coveted trophy, ahead of the marquee event in India later this year.

The Tour was launched in spectacular fashion, with the Trophy being launched into the stratosphere, 120,000 feet above the earth, before making a stunning landing at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.

This was achieved after the trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon, and some stunning shots were captured of the trophy sitting on the edge of the Earth's atmosphere from 4k cameras.

The 2023 edition of the Trophy Tour will be the biggest by far, giving the fans a chance to connect with the coveted piece of silverware in various countries and cities around the globe.

Starting on June 27, the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy will travel to 18 countries around the world, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, USA, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy, the United States of America and the host country India, according to an ICC release.

Through innovative activations and events in different countries, the Trophy Tour will provide a chance to one million fans to have their own personal interactions with the coveted piece of silverware.

"The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is an important milestone in the countdown to what will be the biggest ICC Men's Cricket World Cup ever," ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said.

"This Tour will see the iconic silverware meet heads of states, launch community initiatives and support cricket development programmes in addition to visiting some of the most iconic landmarks around the globe.

"Cricket has more than a billion fans and we want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to get up close to this famous trophy that has been held aloft by some of the greatest legends of our sport."

BCCI secretary Jay Shah added, "Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket.

"As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket’s greatest spectacle, while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country."

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WATCH: World Cup trophy goes out the world after being launched into stratosphere

The iconic world cup trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon and sent out of the world before landing at the narendra modi cricket stadium in ahmedabad..

The International Cricket Council started the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour 2023 with a bang: by launching the trophy into the stratosphere, 1,20,000 feet above the earth.

The iconic World Cup trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon and sent out of the world, literally. The trophy then landed at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad . The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy will start from Tuesday, which is also the day the schedule for the World Cup will be announced in Mumbai .

Over the next few months, the trophy will travel to 18 countries around the world, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, USA, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy, the United States of America and the host country India.

It must be noted that this is the first full-scale Trophy Tour since 2019, as the coronavirus pandemic necessitated certain restrictions in previous years.

During the trophy’s journey through the stratosphere, 4k cameras attached to the stratospheric balloon captured videos of the trophy sitting on the edge of the Earth’s atmosphere.

An out-of-this-world moment for the cricketing world as the #CWC23 trophy unveiled in space. Marks a milestone of being one of the first official sporting trophies to be sent to space. Indeed a galactic start for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour in India. @BCCI @ICC … pic.twitter.com/wNZU6ByRI5 — Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 26, 2023

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BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said, “Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket. As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket’s greatest spectacle, while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country.”

On the launch of the Trophy Tour, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said, “The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is an important milestone in the countdown to what will be the biggest ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup ever. This Tour will see the iconic silverware meet heads of states, launch community initiatives and support cricket development programmes in addition to visiting some of the most iconic landmarks around the globe.

“Cricket has more than a billion fans and we want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to get up close to this famous trophy that has been held aloft by some of the greatest legends of our sport.”

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50 days to go for #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/RNWZt7mtyv — ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) August 16, 2023

From the Edge of the Earth: ICC Sends 2023 World Cup Trophy Soaring in Stratosphere

In an awe-inspiring spectacle that marked the commencement of the highly anticipated ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy tour, the International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the trophy in a truly unique and captivating manner. The ICC, known for its innovative approach, attached the prestigious trophy to a bespoke stratospheric balloon, launching it into the Earth’s atmosphere. This remarkable event took place amidst a backdrop of 4K cameras capturing stunning shots of the trophy perched on the edge of the Earth’s atmosphere.

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The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour Embarks on an Epic Journey Across 18 Nations

Commencing on June 27, the ICC World Cup Trophy will embark on an extensive journey, visiting 18 countries across the globe. This prestigious tour will include stops in Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, the United States of America, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy, and the host country India. The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is a significant milestone in the countdown to the upcoming World Cup, which promises to be the grandest in its history.

From Nation to Nation: The Trophy Tour’s Mission to Foster Camaraderie and Passion for Cricket

Geoff Allardice , the Chief Executive of the ICC, expressed the importance of the Trophy Tour, stating, “Through this tour, the revered silverware will have the honor of meeting heads of states, initiating community initiatives, and bolstering cricket development programs, all while visiting renowned landmarks worldwide.” The tour aims to engage fans worldwide, create a sense of anticipation, and celebrate the spirit of cricket across diverse cultures.

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Highlights the Unifying Power of the 2023 World Cup Trophy Tour

Jay Shah , the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), added, “Cricket holds a unique place in the hearts of Indians, bringing the nation together like no other sport. As we gear up to host the world’s top 10 teams for an exhilarating six-week cricket extravaganza, the excitement across the country continues to surge. The Trophy Tour will only heighten the enthusiasm and anticipation surrounding this monumental tournament.”

The Schedule for The 2023 ICC World Cup Trophy Tour

The Trophy Tour will begin in India on June 27 and will go across the world before returning to India on September 4. The schedule of the Trophy Tour includes visits to various cricket-loving nations, culminating in an exciting finale in India.

The schedule for the Trophy Tour is as follows:

The ICC 2023 World Cup Trophy Tour promises to be a magnificent celebration of cricket, uniting nations and fostering the spirit of the game. Cricket fans around the world eagerly await the arrival of this grand tournament, where the best teams will compete for glory, etching their names in cricketing history. With the tour covering diverse countries and cultures, the excitement will only continue to build, leading to an unforgettable World Cup experience for players and fans alike.

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The trophy has a good design, I’ll love to see India win it

Very unlikely they’ll win, think of Pakistan

Pakistan or Afghanistan is winning the trophy

Many country will be in line for this trophy

Can’t wait to watch the games

This competition is heavily poised, no one can predict the winner

The tour is very good, many people will get to see the trophy

I got to see the trophy last time I was in the stadium

oh really when did u see trophy

That is next level

The trophy in the space ..min blowing idea

Lol..Trophy in outer space…..innovative idea

Wow..how insen is that Trophy goes outer atmosphere

One of the Trophy should stay in outerspace forever

I like the Idea

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WATCH: ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Trophy Launched Into Stratosphere Before Tour, Check Full Schedule

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Last Updated: June 26, 2023, 20:20 IST

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ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Trophy launched into stratosphere ahead of trophy tour launch (Credits: ICC)

The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 trophy was launched into the stratosphere before it made a stunning landing at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, ahead of the trophy tour

The ICC ODI World Cup scheduled to be hosted in India is only 101 days away and ahead of the marquee tournament, the trophy for the show-piece event was unveiled by ICC in a stunning manner. The ODI World Cup 2023 trophy became the first sporting trophy to be launched into space, it was sent 12,000 feet above the earth by the ICC and the BCCI.

The ICC also announced the full schedule of the trophy tour that is set to kick start from 27 June in India, before a circle around the world through many countries and it will return back to the host nation ahead of the World Cup which will begin in October.

The ODI World Cup trophy was launched into the stratosphere before it made a landing at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon, attached with 4k cameras and some stunning shots of the planet were captured in the process.

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BCCI secretary Jay Shah shared a video of the Trophy being launched into the earth’s atmosphere, ahead of the biggest Trophy Tour which will see the Cup travel to 18 countries around the world.

“An out-of-this-world moment for the cricketing world as the #CWC23 trophy unveiled in space. Marks a milestone of being one of the first official sporting trophies to be sent to space. Indeed a galactic start for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour in India,” read the tweet from Shah.

An out-of-this-world moment for the cricketing world as the #CWC23 trophy unveiled in space. Marks a milestone of being one of the first official sporting trophies to be sent to space. Indeed a galactic start for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour in India. @BCCI @ICC … pic.twitter.com/wNZU6ByRI5 — Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 26, 2023

The Trophy tour will conclude on September 4 when the cup will return back to India.

Speaking about the Trophy Tour, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said, “The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is an important milestone in the countdown to what will be the biggest ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup ever. This Tour will see the iconic silverware meet heads of states, launch community initiatives and support cricket development programmes in addition to visiting some of the most iconic landmarks around the globe.

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Meanwhile, Shah stated, “Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket.”

The BCCI secretary further added, “As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket’s greatest spectacle while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country.”

Full schedule of the Trophy Tour:

27 June – 14 July: India

15 – 16 July: New Zealand

17 – 18 July: Australia

19 – 21 July: Papua New Guinea

22 – 24 July: India

25 – 27 July: USA

28 – 30 July: West Indies

31 July – 4 August: Pakistan

5 – 6 August: Sri Lanka

7 – 9 August: Bangladesh

10 – 11 August: Kuwait

12 – 13 August: Bahrain

14 – 15 August: India

16 – 18 August: Italy

19 – 20 August: France

21 – 24 August: England

25 – 26 August: Malaysia

27 – 28 August: Uganda

29 – 30 August: Nigeria

31 August – 3 September: South Africa

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ICC World Cup trophy launched into stratosphere

Dubai: In a spectacular first, cricket's global governing body started the World Cup trophy tour by launching the coveted silverware into the stratosphere, 1,20,000 feet above the earth before it made a stunning landing at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.

This was achieved after the trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon, and some stunning shots were captured of the trophy sitting on the edge of the earth's atmosphere from 4k cameras.

The 2023 edition of the trophy tour will be the biggest by far, giving the fans a chance to connect with the silverware in various countries and cities around the world.

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Starting on June 27, the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup trophy will travel to 18 countries, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, USA, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy, the United States of America and the host country India, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a press release.

Through innovative activations and events in different countries, the trophy tour will provide a chance to one million fans to have their own personal interactions with the silverware.

The Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium is set to host the final of the ODI showpiece, which the country is hosting later this year.

"The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour is an important milestone in the countdown to what will be the biggest ICC Men's Cricket World Cup ever," ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said.

"This Tour will see the iconic silverware meet heads of states, launch community initiatives and support cricket development programmes in addition to visiting some of the most iconic landmarks around the globe.

"Cricket has more than a billion fans and we want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to get up close to this famous trophy that has been held aloft by some of the greatest legends of our sport."

BCCI secretary Jay Shah added, "Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket.

"As we countdown to the World Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket's greatest spectacle, while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country."

The trophy tour will begin on June 27 in India, travel around the globe and then return to the host nation on September 4.

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PCB sees 'no reason' for 2025 ICC Champions Trophy to be moved out of Pakistan

The PCB’s comments on hosting next year’s Champions Trophy come on the eve of an official visit by an ICC delegation, which will comprise a security expert and will cover all the proposed venues.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remain optimistic of hosting next year’s Champions Trophy entirely on home soil and see “no reason” for it to be moved out of the country. The PCB’s comments come shortly before an official visit by an International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation, who will be arriving in Pakistan on Monday to inspect ongoing preparations for what is described by some as a ‘mini World Cup’.

The ICC delegation will also consist of a security expert and will visit all the proposed venues, with focus on Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi. The upcoming event is set to be the first global event taking place in Pakistan since it co-hosted the 1996 World Cup with India and Sri Lanka.

“The delegation will be given briefings on the preparations. They will visit the venues in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi to see the upgradation work we will be carrying out for the Champions Trophy,” Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said on Sunday.

Last month a delegation of New Zealand Cricket (NZC) had also visited Pakistan to inspect the security and other arrangements for their team’s tour to the country in mid-April for five T20 Internationals.

Naqvi reiterated that the Champions Trophy would be held on schedule in Pakistan.

Asked if Pakistan would consider a tit-for-tat response if the Indian government refused to send its team to Pakistan, Naqvi said “why are we even discussing such possibilities”.

“We had a good meeting in Dubai on the tournament and its technical side and as far as we are concerned we see no reason the event would not be held in Pakistan so why even discuss other scenarios,” he added.

India had refused to send its team for the Asia Cup last year in August which led to a number of matches being moved to Sri Lanka.

With PTI inputs

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