Cricket carnival is a concept of hosting a party-styled atmosphere during cricket games in the stadium. It was developed in the Caribbean, and more specifically in Antigua. Bowler Shaun Pollock bowls to batsman Michael Hussey. ...

Antiguans have a great love for their game of cricket and notable cricketing heroes have come from the island: Viv Richards, Andy Roberts, Richie Richardson and Curtly Ambrose. The idea of cricket carnival developed in the stands of the Antigua Recreation Ground, where the game was fused with the fast-paced, high-tempo Carnival. Anderson Montgomery Everton Andy Roberts (born 29 January 1951 on the island of Antigua in the West Indies) is a former West Indian cricketer. ... Richard Benjamin Richardson was born January 12th 1962 in Five Islands Village, Antigua. ... Curtly Elconn Lynwall Ambrose (b. ... Antigua Recreation Ground in St Johns, on the Island of Antigua is a Test cricket ground. ... Please wikify (format) this article or section as suggested in the Guide to layout and the Manual of Style. ...

Other Caribbean Islands have noticeably tried to immitate the Antiguan Cricket Carnival with much less luck and support. What sets Antigua apart is the patronage of its cricketing fans who will "big-up" the "enemy" team as long as they play good cricket. Other attractions of Cricket Carnival in Antigua are "Chickie's HiFi", a popular DJ group that has been spinning tunes since the 1990s; and "The Gravy", a cross-dressing comedian who entertains the crowd during lunch breaks. West Indian redirects here. ... Motto Each Endeavouring, All Achieving Anthem Fair Antigua, We Salute Thee Royal anthem: God Save the Queen 1 Capital (and largest city) Saint Johns Official languages English Government Federal constitutional monarchy  -  Head of State Elizabeth II  -  Governor-General Sir James Carlisle  -  Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer Independence from the United... A hand gesture similar to that of a hand shake which is exhibited between friends and even acquaintances. ...

At the 2007 Cricket World Cup, during the Australia versus England match, spectators were given programs at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Grounds which read: The 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup was a mens cricket tournament that took place in the West Indies from 13 March to 28 April 2007, using the sports one-day international format. ...

"The Caribbean atmosphere is uniquely special, fueled by a cacophony of noises from various musical instruments including drums, bugles, cymbals and triangles," said one article. "Added to the sounds of calypso and reggae, it makes for an electrifying setting."