Premier League stadium under consideration to host shock Ashes Test in bid to cash in on first tour in 20 years
EVERTON’S new stadium is under consideration to host an Ashes Test, according to reports.
The Toffees’ new ground, located on Bramley-Moore Dock, is due to be open ready for next season.
However, in a stunning twist, the £760million stadium could be in line to host an Ashes series, as well as football.
According to the Daily Mail, Australia’s all-conquering rugby league team are eyeing a tour of the UK for the first time in 20 years.
A three-match series is set to take place in autumn.
One of the matches will be played in London, likely at Wembley or the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Leeds and Hull will battle it out for the Yorkshire slot.
And league bosses are considering a shock placement of one game in the north-west.
That has placed Everton‘s new ground which can seat almost 53,000 in line for the hosting rights.
It would be an ambitious move, but it is believed it could prove to be popular.
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Another option is Manchester City‘s Etihad Stadium.
Meanwhile, grounds in Bolton and Wigan are also under consideration but have smaller capacities.