New York City lost its bid to build a cricket stadium in Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx

The New York City Council voted against the cricket stadium on a vote of 44-5.

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Residents opposed it because they were concerned about the impact it would have on traffic and noise in their community.

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Proponents of the cricket stadium said that it would be a boon to the city's economy and would help to promote cricket in the USA

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Opponents of the cricket stadium said that it would have a negative impact on the quality of life for residents of the Bronx

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The sport is growing in popularity. It is possible that a cricket stadium will eventually be built in New York City.

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The loss of the cricket stadium bid means that Van Cortlandt Park will remain a public park.

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The city could build more cricket pitches and facilities to promote cricket. It could also host more cricket tournaments and events.

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The loss of the cricket stadium bid is a setback for cricket in New York City. However, there is still a lot of support for the sport in the city.

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