Queensland to Host ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2012

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The Queensland government has secured a major coup for Australian cricket, announcing that the state will host the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2012. This decision represents a significant milestone for cricket in Queensland, and it is only the second time in the event's 24-year history that it has been held in Australia. The tournament will bring the best young cricketers in the world to play in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Townsville, generating an expected 7,000 bed nights for the local tourism industry and showcasing Queensland to the world.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2012 will be held in Queensland, Australia, for the first time ever, with Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Townsville as host venues.
  • The event represents a major milestone for cricket in Queensland and is only the second time in the event's 24-year history that it has been held in Australia.
  • The tournament will attract 400 players and officials from 16 countries and generate an expected 7,000 bed nights for the local tourism industry.
  • The event will be televised into the homes of cricket fans in more than 100 countries, including in Asia, the UK, and South Africa, via broadcaster ESPN STAR Sports.
  • The ICC U19 Cricket World Cup is the showcase event for the best young cricketers in the world and is where the next Cameron White or Yuvraj Singh gets their first real taste of top-level international cricket.
  • The event will play a significant role in preparing Queensland for hosting the senior ICC Cricket World Cup in 2015.

Statistics:

  • 400 players and officials from 16 countries will participate in the tournament.
  • The event is expected to generate 7,000 bed nights for the local tourism industry.
  • The tournament will be televised into the homes of cricket fans in more than 100 countries.
  • The event will be played in three host cities: Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and Townsville.
  • The ICC U19 Cricket World Cup is the ninth edition of the tournament, with the inaugural event held in 1988 in Melbourne, Australia.
  • Australia has won the event three times, taking home the inaugural title in 1988, then again in 2002, and also last year's event in New Zealand.

Sources:

  • Media statement by The Hon. Anna Bligh, Premier and Minister for Reconstruction
  • Interview with Cricket Australia Chief Executive Officer James Sutherland
  • Interview with Queensland Cricket CEO Graham Dixon
  • Press release by the Queensland Government