Manuka Oval, Cricket field in Griffith, Australia
Manuka Oval is a sports ground in Griffith, Australia, used for cricket and rugby matches. The stands wrap around three sides of the central playing area, with the Bradman Pavilion forming the main grandstand and seating spread across several sections for more than 13,000 spectators.
The site began as Manuka Circle Park and opened as a sports ground in 1929. Its first cricket match took place in April 1930, launching its role as a home for national competitions over the following decades.
The ground takes its name from the manuka tree, native to this part of the capital. Visitors today watch matches from stands that blend local tradition with modern facilities, experiencing how Canberrans gather for cricket and rugby throughout the season.
Visitors can reach match days using free bus services that run during major events. Extra parking is available at Kingston and Manuka shopping centers when crowds fill the venue on busy afternoons.
In 2019, the ground hosted its first Test match between Australia and Sri Lanka. This event made the venue one of the few places in the country staging international cricket at the highest level.
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