Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has achieved a major milestone beyond the world of cinema as the Knight Riders Group (KRG) unveiled a state-of-the-art cricket stadium in Pomona, Los Angeles, California.
The new venue will play a key role in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games by hosting cricket matches. The development marks a significant step in the sport’s growing presence in the US.
Shah Rukh Khan, who co-owns the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise, celebrated the occasion on social media. He described the opening of the stadium as the fulfilment of a long-held dream.
“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,” Shah Rukh wrote on social media, reports NDTV.
He also thanked Jay Shah, the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Sanjog Gupta for their support in bringing the project to life.
“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 Knight Riders,” he added.
The celebrations will continue as the Knight Riders Cricket Ground hosts its first competitive cricket match on Friday. The stadium will also serve as the official home ground of the Los Angeles Knight Riders, who will play their maiden home fixture in Major League Cricket at the new venue.
