Centurion Park Cricket Stadium

Facts

NameCenturion Park
Also Known AsSupersport park
Opened1986
Capacity22,000
ConditionsTraditionally, the pitch at Supersport Park Centurion offers great help to the pacers, giving them extra bounce and seam movement, which provides an edge to the pacers, especially over the batters.
LocationCenturion, South Africa
EndsWest Lane End, Hennops River End
HomeTitans,
Pretoria Capitals
FloodlightsYes
Centurion Park stadium

Centurion Park Cricket Stadium

Centurion Park, also known as SuperSport Park since the television giant bought shares in the stadium. The ground is situated in Centurion, South Africa. First international ODI game was played here in December 1992 when India travelled to South Africa for the first time after the Proteas‘ readmission to international cricket. India won that game by four wickets.

Speaking about the home team, it is the Titans who have played their home games at this ground since 2004, Centurion Park is also the home of the Pretoria Capitals cricket team. To date, the ground has an impressive history of hosting thrilling, high-scoring clashes. Despite being famous for giving bowlers an extra edge, the ground also offers good scoring opportunities for batters. With a capacity of 22,000 spectators, it provides a charged-up atmosphere during crucial international matches. Although unpredictable weather has, at times, caused interruptions and delays, this ground remains popular among many teams who enjoy playing here.

Upcoming Matches Scheduled At Centurion Park

DateTimeMatch DetailsTeams
Wed, 13 Nov ’2420:303rd T20I (N), Centurion, November 13, 2024, India tour of South AfricaSouth Africa vs India
Tue, 19 Nov ’2413:3010th Match, Centurion, November 19 – 22, 2024, CSA 4-Day Series Division 1Titans vs Knights
Sat, 23 Nov ’2413:3012th Match, Centurion, November 23, 2024, CSA Women Pro50 SeriesDolphins Women vs Titans Women
Sun, 24 Nov ’2413:3012th Match, Centurion, November 24, 2024, CSA Women Pro20 SeriesTitans Women vs Dolphins Women
Sat, 30 Nov ’2421:303rd T20I (N), Centurion, November 30, 2024, England Women tour of South AfricaSouth Africa Women vs England Women
Fri, 13 Dec ’2421:302nd T20I (N), Centurion, December 13, 2024, Pakistan tour of South AfricaSouth Africa vs Pakistan
Thu, 26 Dec ’2413:301st Test, Centurion, December 26 – 30, 2024, Pakistan tour of South AfricaSouth Africa vs Pakistan

Supersport Park Centurion Test stats

RecordsDetails
First MatchNovember 16, 1995 – South Africa drew with England
Last MatchDecember 26, 2023 – South Africa beat India by an innings and 32 runs
Home Team Wins23
Away Team Wins3
Neutral Team Wins0
Matches Tied0
No Result3
Most Successful TeamSouth Africa – 23 wins
Highest Innings Score621/10 – by South Africa on December 26, 2020, South Africa beat Sri Lanka by an innings and 45 runs
Lowest Innings Score101/10 – by England on January 22, 2016, South Africa beat England by 280 runs
Wins Batting First13
Wins Batting Second13
First Innings Batting Win Percentage44.83%
Average Innings Score261
Average First Innings Score327
Average Second Innings Score298
Average Third Innings Score219
Average Fourth Innings Score163
Most Prolific BatterHashim Amla (1356 runs)
Highest Individual Score208 – by Hashim Amla v West Indies on December 17, 2014, South Africa beat West Indies by an innings and 220 runs
Most Successful BowlerDale Steyn (59 wickets)
Best Bowling Analysis7/29 – by Kyle Abbott v Pakistan on February 22, 2013, South Africa beat Pakistan by an innings and 18 runs
Pacer Wickets773
Spinner Wickets103

Supersport Park Centurion ODI stats

RecordsDetails
First MatchDecember 11, 1992 – India beat South Africa by 4 wickets
Last MatchSeptember 15, 2023 – South Africa beat Australia by 164 runs
Home Team Wins27
Away Team Wins17
Neutral Team Wins16
Matches Tied0
No Result3
Most Successful TeamSouth Africa – 27 wins
Highest Innings Score416/5 – by South Africa on September 15, 2023, South Africa beat Australia by 164 runs
Lowest Innings Score118/10 – by South Africa on February 4, 2018, India beat South Africa by 9 wickets
Wins Batting First25
Wins Batting Second32
First Innings Batting Win Percentage41.67%
Average Innings Score226
Average First Innings Score251
Average Second Innings Score209
Most Prolific BatterHashim Amla (904 runs)
Highest Individual Score178 – by Quinton de Kock v Australia on September 30, 2016, South Africa beat Australia by 6 wickets
Most Successful BowlerShaun Pollock (32 wickets)
Best Bowling Analysis5/14 – by Trent Johnston v Canada on April 19, 2009, Ireland beat Canada by 9 wickets
Pacer Wickets582
Pacer Wickets Percentage77.09%
Spinner Wickets173
Spinner Wickets Percentage22.91%

Supersport Park Centurion T20 Records

RecordsDetails
First MatchMarch 29, 2009 – South Africa beat Australia by 17 runs
Last MatchMarch 26, 2023 – South Africa beat West Indies by 6 wickets
Home Team Wins6 Matches
Away Team Wins8 Matches
Neutral Team Wins0 Matches
Matches Tied0 Matches
No Result0 Matches
Most Successful TeamSouth Africa – 6 wins
Highest Innings Score259/4 by South Africa on March 26, 2023 – South Africa beat West Indies by 6 wickets
Lowest Innings Score100/10 by South Africa on March 3, 2013 – Pakistan beat South Africa by 95 runs
Wins Batting First7 Matches
Wins Batting Second7 Matches
First Inning Batting Win Percentage50%
Average Innings Score169 Runs
Average First Innings Score180 Runs
Average Second Innings Score160 Runs
Most Prolific BatsmanRassie van der Dussen (202 runs)
Highest Individual Score122 by Babar Azam v South Africa on April 14, 2021 – Pakistan beat South Africa by 9 wickets
Most Successful BowlerChris Morris (7 wickets)
Best Bowling Analysis5/6 by Umar Gul v South Africa on March 3, 2013 – Pakistan beat South Africa by 95 runs
Pacer Wickets126 Wickets
Pacer Wickets Percentage75%
Spinner Wickets42 Wickets
Spinner Wickets Percentage25%

Centurion Park Cricket Stadium FAQs

When was Centurion Park Cricket Stadium established?

Centurion Park, also known as SuperSport Park, was established in 1986. It is located in Centurion, South Africa.

What is the seating capacity of Centurion Park Cricket Stadium?

The seating capacity of Centurion Park is approximately 22,000 spectators.

Which domestic cricket team calls Centurion Park its home ground?

Titans and Pretoria Capitals cricket teams use Centurion Park as their home ground.

Has Centurion Park hosted a Cricket World Cup match?

Yes, Centurion hosted a few matches of the 2003 Cricket World Cup, which took place in South Africa.

Is Centurion Park a batting or bowling pitch?

Traditionally, the pitch at Centurion Park offers great help to the pacers, giving them extra bounce and seam movement, which provides an edge to the pacers, especially over the batters.

What types of international matches are played at Centurion Park?

Kingsmead hosts Test matches, One-Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).

Has Centurion Park ever hosted a Boxing Day Test?

Yes, Centurion Park has hosted Boxing Day Test matches in 2018 and 2019

What memorable matches or moments have taken place at Centurion Park?

One of the most memorable matches this ground witnessed was in the 2003 World Cup when Sachin Tendulkar single-handedly snatched victory from Pakistan.

What are some challenges faced by Centurion Park as a cricket venue?

Centurion is located in a high-altitude area, which creates the chance of unpredictable weather, many times we have seen afternoon thunderstorms, which become a reason for delays.

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