Actor Shah Rukh Khan and his Knight Riders Group have officially opened a new cricket stadium at the Fairplex in Pomona, Los Angeles, California. The new venue is expected to play an important role in the growth of cricket in the United States and is set to host cricket matches during the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Shah Rukh Khan, who is also the co owner of the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise, shared his happiness on social media after the opening of the stadium. He described the project as a dream that has now become a reality and said the venue has been built not only for cricket but also as a place where families and communities can come together.
Sharing his thoughts, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, “What started as a dream… turns into reality today. Welcoming you all to the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA. A place built not just for sports but also entertainment and for families… and memories that last forever. Special thanks to Jaybhai who has been too kind through this journey @JayShah, & @ICC and @Sanjog_G for being so supportive.”
What started as a dream… turns into reality today.
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) July 1, 2026
Welcoming you all to the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA.
A place built not just for sports but also entertainment and for families… and memories that last forever.
Special thanks to Jaybhai who has been too kind through… pic.twitter.com/5WEBSEHyOh
He further added, “This is for LA, for cricket fans across the globe, and for the Knight Riders family. Believe in Purple and Gold. Welcome to the home of @LA_KnightRiders.”
The Knight Riders Cricket Ground, located in Pomona County, Los Angeles, is also scheduled to host its first competitive cricket match today. This will mark the beginning of regular cricket action at the newly opened venue.
The stadium will also serve as the official home ground of the Los Angeles Knight Riders in Major League Cricket. The franchise is expected to play its first home match at the new venue, giving local fans the opportunity to watch top level cricket in their own city.
The opening of the stadium is seen as another important step in the expansion of cricket in the United States. With cricket returning to the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028, the new venue is expected to become an important location for both international tournaments and domestic league matches in the years ahead.