A New York-inspired ceremony was held at the Nassau County International Stadium to celebrate the arrival of the trophy. ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, two-time men's T20 World Cup winner Chris Gayle and USA men's player Ali Khan were on hand.

After a month-long delay, the stadium has made significant progress with the completion of the East Stand infrastructure and the ongoing installation of spectator seating. Development of the West Stand began on 1 March and is progressing rapidly. 

The premium hospitality and media pavilions on the north and south sides have reached the second level of their planned four-storey structures, forming the outline of the oval-shaped stadium.

In two and a half months' time, the eyes of the cricketing world will be on Nassau County, New York, where eight matches (out of 55) will be played from 3-12 June, including India v Pakistan. 

This is the first time the USA has hosted the ICC World Cup. ICC Chief Executive, Geoff Allardice said: "Players and fans can look forward to an unforgettable eight-match experience in New York (at the Nassau County International Stadium) in June as we move closer to the biggest T20 World Cup ever." 

Two-time men's T20 World Cup winner, Chris Gayle said: "You can get a feel for how special this stadium is going to be when it's been finished. The India-Pakistan match in particular will be a spectacle you don't want to miss! There will be an incredible atmosphere both on and off the field."