Cricket has found a thriving new home in the heart of Texas as Grand Prairie Stadium transforms into America’s premier cricket destination. This remarkable venue, originally built as a baseball stadium in 2008, has become the epicenter of professional cricket in the United States since its conversion in 2023. As the flagship venue for Major League Cricket (MLC) and home to the Texas Super Kings, Grand Prairie Stadium represents the future of cricket in America. With MLC headquarters now officially relocated to Grand Prairie in 2025, this stadium continues to cement its position as the beating heart of American cricket, working alongside fellow MLC venues like Oakland Coliseum California to expand cricket’s footprint across the nation.
Ground Information of Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
Basic Details
Feature
Details
Established
May 16, 2008 (Cricket debut: July 13, 2023)
Original Name
AirHogs Stadium (2008-2020), QuikTrip Park
Current Capacity
7,200 (Cricket configuration)
Location
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Construction Cost
$20 million (original), $20+ million (cricket conversion)
Home Team
Texas Super Kings (MLC)
Cricket Formats
T20 (MLC), T20I (International)
Grand Prairie Stadium, DallasFeatures
Purpose-built cricket ground converted from baseball stadium
State-of-the-art floodlights for night cricket
Modern training and practice facilities for USA Cricket team
Climate-controlled conditions suitable for year-round cricket
Premium hospitality areas and corporate boxes
Test Cricket Records
Note: Grand Prairie Stadium has not hosted any Test cricket matches. The venue is specifically designed for T20 cricket and serves as a specialized facility for shorter formats of the game.
ODI Cricket Records
Note: Grand Prairie Stadium has not hosted any One Day International (ODI) matches. The stadium’s cricket operations focus exclusively on T20 formats including international T20s and MLC.
T20 International Records at Grand Prairie Stadium
Team Records
Record
Team
Score
Match
Date
Highest Team Total
United States
197/3 (17.4 overs)
vs Canada
June 1, 2024
Second Highest Total
Canada
194/5 (20 overs)
vs United States
June 1, 2024
Lowest Team Total
Nepal
106 all out
vs Netherlands
June 4, 2024
Second Lowest Total
Canada
132 all out
vs United States
June 1, 2024
Individual Batting Records (T20I)
Record
Player
Performance
Match
Date
Highest Individual Score
Aaron Jones (USA)
94 not out (40 balls, 4 fours, 10 sixes)
vs Canada
June 1, 2024
Second Highest Score
Andries Gous (USA)
65 (46 balls)
vs Canada
June 1, 2024
Most Runs at Venue
Aaron Jones (USA)
130 runs (2 innings, SR: 196.96)
Career
–
Second Most Runs
Andries Gous (USA)
100 runs (2 innings, SR: 138.88)
Career
–
Bowling Records (T20I)
Record
Player
Figures
Match
Date
Best Bowling Figures
Logan van Beek (Netherlands)
3/18 (3.2 overs)
vs Nepal
June 4, 2024
Best Bowling Figures
Tim Pringle (Netherlands)
3/25
vs Nepal
June 4, 2024
Most Wickets at Venue
Logan van Beek & Tim Pringle
3 wickets each
Career
–
Partnership Records (T20I)
Record
Players
Runs
Match
Date
Highest Partnership
Aaron Jones & Andries Gous (USA)
131 runs (3rd wicket)
vs Canada
June 1, 2024
Major League Cricket (MLC) Records at Grand Prairie Stadium
2023 MLC Final: MI New York defeated Seattle Orcas with Nicholas Pooran’s record 137*
MLC Headquarters: Officially moved to Grand Prairie in April 2025
Championship Venue: All MLC finals and playoffs hosted at Grand Prairie Stadium
Home Ground: Texas Super Kings’ official home since 2023
MLC 2025 Schedule at Grand Prairie Stadium
Regular Season Matches (June 20-29, 2025)
Date
Match
Teams
Time (CT)
June 20
Match 10
Texas Super Kings vs San Francisco Unicorns
7:30 PM
June 21
Match 11
MI New York vs Washington Freedom
7:30 PM
June 22
Match 12
Seattle Orcas vs LA Knight Riders
7:30 PM
June 23
Match 13
MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns
7:30 PM
June 24
Match 14
Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom
7:30 PM
June 25
Match 15
Seattle Orcas vs LA Knight Riders
7:30 PM
June 26
Match 16
Texas Super Kings vs MI New York
7:30 PM
June 27
Match 17
Seattle Orcas vs MI New York
7:30 PM
June 28
Match 18
Washington Freedom vs LA Knight Riders
7:30 PM
June 29
Match 19-21
Multiple Matches
Various Times
Playoff Matches (July 8-13, 2025)
Date
Match
Details
Time (CT)
July 8
Eliminator
3rd vs 4th placed teams
7:30 PM
July 9
Qualifier
1st vs 2nd placed teams
7:30 PM
July 11
Challenger
Qualifier loser vs Eliminator winner
7:30 PM
July 13
FINAL
Qualifier winner vs Challenger winner
7:30 PM
Texas Super Kings Home Games
June 20: vs San Francisco Unicorns
June 24: vs Washington Freedom
June 26: vs MI New York
Additional home games as per schedule
Venue Statistics and Analysis
Playing Conditions
Statistic
Value
Total T20 Matches Played
15+ matches (T20I + MLC)
Average Score (T20I)
165 runs per innings
Average Score (MLC)
167 runs per innings
Toss Factor
Teams batting first win 66% of matches
Boundary Dimensions
65-70 metres boundary
Weather and Playing Conditions
Climate: Hot Texas summers, hence predominantly night matches
Playing Season: June-July (avoiding peak summer heat)
Pitch Characteristics: Batting-friendly surface with good bounce
Floodlights: High-quality lighting system for night cricket
Ground Development and Future
Major Investments
$20+ million invested in cricket-specific conversion
MLC headquarters relocated to Grand Prairie in 2025
Expected $100+ million economic impact from T20 World Cup 2024
Upcoming Developments
Expansion plans as MLC grows to 10 teams by 2027
Enhanced training facilities for USA Cricket team
Potential venue for 2028 Olympics cricket events
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the highest individual score at Grand Prairie Stadium?
A: Nicholas Pooran holds the record with 137 not out in the 2023 MLC Final, scored off 55 balls with 13 sixes and 10 fours for MI New York against Seattle Orcas. In T20 internationals, Aaron Jones scored 94 not out for USA against Canada.
Q2: How many MLC 2025 matches will be played at Grand Prairie Stadium?
A: Grand Prairie Stadium will host 12 regular-season matches from June 20-29, 2025, plus all four playoff matches from July 8-13, 2025, including the final on July 13.
Q3: When was Grand Prairie Stadium converted for cricket?
A: Originally opened as a baseball stadium in May 2008, it was converted to a cricket ground with construction beginning in April 2022 and opening for cricket on July 13, 2023.
Q4: What makes Grand Prairie Stadium special for American cricket?
A: Grand Prairie Stadium is MLC’s flagship venue and now houses the league’s headquarters. It’s the only purpose-built cricket stadium among MLC venues and serves as the home ground for Texas Super Kings.
Q5: Has Grand Prairie Stadium hosted international cricket?
A: Yes, the stadium hosted T20 World Cup 2024 matches, including the tournament opener between USA and Canada, and serves as the home venue for the USA national cricket team.
