Centurion Park, Centurion
Centurion Park (Centurion): Hot weather, combined with a bouncy pitch, makes it a favorable ground for fast bowlers. Often, high scores are achieved due to the fast outfield.
Stadium | Centurion Park |
Establishment Year | 1986 |
Floodlight Available | Yes |
Pitch Type | Green/Seam-friendly |
Capacity | 22,000 |
City | Centurion, South Africa |
Home Team of SA20 | Pretoria Capitals |
Also knows as | SuperSport Centurion; Centurion Park |
End Names | Pavilion End, Hennops River End |
Centurion Park Pitch Report
Originally named Centurion Park, SuperSport Park, the home of Northerns (Northern Transvaal), is in easy access of Johannesburg, Midrand and Pretoria.
Pitch Behavior | Bouncy and fast, favoring pace bowlers throughout the match |
First Few Overs | Bounce and carry for fast bowlers |
Middle Overs | Flattens out but still offers good carry |
Later Stages | Batting easier for chasing teams, pace remains effective |
Best Suited | Fast bowlers throughout |
Weather Update
Hot summers. Avg temp: 20°C – 32°C, occasional thunderstorms
Notable Pitch Performance
High-scoring ground, pitch favors fast bowlers
Pitch Favours
Known for being one of the quicker pitches in South Africa, it also gives plenty of opportunity to batsmen, with the ball generally coming onto the bat. It has never been seen as a spinners paradise. The outfield is level, lush and fast with a drainage system on par with any in the world.
Other Information
One of the newer stadiums and Test venues in South Africa it has been described by various International Captains as “One of the grounds with the best players’ facilities in the world”.
Centurion Park Pitch Stats (Highest Score)
Highest Score at this Venue | 254 |
Average Score at this Venue (SA20) | 225 |
Capitals | 226 |
Eastern Cape | 213 |
MI Cape Town | 248 |
Paarl Royals | 210 |
Super Giants | 254 |
Super Kings | 199 |
Watch your favourite SA20 Pretoria Capitals Team live at Centurion Park and cheer for them this SA20 season!