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Kensington Oval is a cricket ground in Bridgetown, Barbados, and a major venue for international matches involving the West Indies and Barbados. Cricket has been played at the site since the nineteenth century, and the ground was substantially redeveloped before the 2007 Cricket World Cup. It hosted the tournament final between Australia and Sri Lanka and remains associated with Test, One Day International, and Twenty20 cricket.
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Where is Kensington Oval located?
Kensington Oval is in Bridgetown, Barbados, and has been associated with Barbadian cricket since the nineteenth century. The venue’s cricket history is generally traced to its opening in 1882.
Which match made Kensington Oval famous worldwide?
Kensington Oval hosted the 2007 Cricket World Cup final between Australia and Sri Lanka on April 28, 2007. Australia won by 53 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis method after rain reduced the match.
Why was Kensington Oval rebuilt before the 2007 World Cup?
The stadium underwent a major redevelopment to meet the needs of the 2007 Cricket World Cup. The rebuilt venue replaced older stands with a modern international cricket ground while retaining its historic location in Bridgetown.
Which teams use Kensington Oval as a home cricket venue?
Kensington Oval is the main international cricket ground in Barbados and a home venue for the Barbados national side. It has hosted West Indies matches in Test, One Day International, and Twenty20 cricket.
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