The Last Man Stands World Champs is back on Aussie soil for the first time since 2019 and will be held in Australia’s tourist capital, the Gold Coast! This event will be bigger and better, with breath-taking cricket, a beautiful backdrop and some brilliant banter - the stuff unforgettable memories are made of.
We’re also thrilled to announce the news of a tournament running alongside the LMS World Champs for our more social teams. Alongside the top 40 LMS teams, we're hosting The LMS World Shield, perfect for teams wanting a more social yet competitive experience
Welcome Ceremony: 7th December
Matches: 8th - 15th December
Prize Money: AUD$15,000
Team Entry Cost: GBP £2400
Includes;
- Player packages for 9 players.
- Additional players will be charged at £250.
- Squads capped at maximum of 12 players.
See Player Package inclusions below.
*Not including accommodation, flights or transfers
Deposit: GBP £600.00 to secure your spot
Team Eligibility
All teams entering the 2024 World Champs will need to play at least 5 LMS games between 1 January 2024 and 18 November 2024
Please note: Each squad must have a Minimum of 8 players and Max of 12 players
Players who meet at least one of following criteria will eligible to play in the 2024 World Champs:
- Players who have played a minimum of 3 games, between 1 January 2024 and 18 November 2024, for the team they are representing in the 2024 World Champs
- Players who have played at least 10 career games for the team they are representing in the 2024 World Champs
A player is only allowed to represent one team at the World Champs. If a player meets the eligibility criteria for more than one team, they can only be selected and play for one team at the World Champs
In certain scenarios (for example where travelling teams that have last minute visa issues) the tournament organisers might allow players who do not meet the player eligibility criteria to be added to the squad list. The tournament organiser will ensure the integrity of the tournament is upheld and will make sure the incoming player is not strengthening the team.
Player Exclusions:
Player Exclusion Rule 1:
- No Player who is currently contracted to a team/squad that competes in a First Class, List A or T20 competition will be allowed to compete at World Champs 2024.
Player Exclusion Rule 2:
- If a player has played a match that has official First Class, List A or T20 status as defined by the most current ICC CLASSIFICATION OF OFFICIAL CRICKET since 1 January 2021 they will be considered a professional player and they will not be allowed to compete in the LMS World Championship.
Exceptions to Player Exclusion Rule 2
- Exceptions MIGHT be made if the player has played at least 25 career games of Last Man with at least 5 of those 25 games, being played in 2024, for the team they will represent at World Champs 2024.
LMS HQ will have final approval over players eligibility to ensure the spirit of LMS is upheld.
World Champs Gold Coast Partners:
Host Venues: Runaway Bay CC and Mudgeeraba-Nerang CC
Runaway Bay cc
Mudgeeraba Nerang cc
Memorable Moments: Experience all the thrills and spectacles that a Last Man Stands World Championship offers - from LMS Home Runs to Hattricks and incredible catches.
LMS World Champs 2024 promises to give you the opportunity to compete in some of the most memorable games of your career!
Watch the clips below for a taste of the cricket that awaits you in December on the Gold Coast.