The SuperSport Park, located in Centurion, South Africa, is one of the most famous and exciting cricket stadiums in the world. This ground is especially known for its fast and bouncy pitch, which gives great help to pace bowlers, particularly in Test cricket.
SuperSport Park is the home ground of the Titans (Northern Transvaal / Northerns) and regularly hosts Test matches, ODIs, T20Is, SA20 games, and major international series. Because of altitude and hard surface, matches here often produce high scores and thrilling run chases.
Overview of SuperSport Park, Centurion
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Known As | SuperSport Centurion, Centurion Park |
| Location | Centurion, South Africa |
| Capacity | 22,000 |
| Ends | Pavilion End, Hennops River End |
| Home Team | Northerns / Titans |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Time Zone | UTC +02:00 |
| Established | 1986 |
| Pitch Type | Grass (fast & bouncy) |
SuperSport Park Pitch Report
The pitch at SuperSport Park is widely regarded as one of the fastest pitches in South Africa.
How the Pitch Plays
- Fast Bowlers:
This surface offers extra bounce, carry, and seam movement, especially with the new ball. Under cloudy conditions, pacers can dominate completely. - Batting Conditions:
Once batters survive the initial movement, the pitch becomes very good for stroke play. Because of altitude, the ball travels fast and boundaries are easier. - Spin Bowlers:
Spinners usually get very little help. Only experienced spinners who bowl tight lines can be effective. - Weather Impact:
Overcast conditions heavily favor bowlers. In sunny weather, it becomes a batting paradise, especially in ODIs and T20s.
Overall Nature
- Fast and bouncy wicket
- Pacer-friendly early
- Batting-friendly later
- High-scoring limited-overs venue
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SuperSport Park Overall Records
| Format | Total Matches | Won Batting 1st | Won Bowling 1st |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 30 | 13 | 13 |
| ODI | 65 | 26 | 35 |
| T20I | 19 | 9 | 9 |
SuperSport Park Test Records
| Stats | Values |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 30 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 322 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 319 |
| Average 3rd Innings Score | 227 |
| Average 4th Innings Score | 162 |
| Highest Total | 621/10 – South Africa vs Sri Lanka |
| Lowest Total | 101/10 – England vs South Africa |
| Highest Chase | 251/8 – England vs South Africa |
| Lowest Defended | 159/10 – West Indies vs South Africa |
SuperSport Park ODI Records
| Stats | Values |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 65 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 246 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 207 |
| Highest Total | 416/5 – South Africa vs Australia |
| Lowest Total | 117/10 – India Women vs Australia Women |
| Highest Chase | 319/3 – South Africa vs England |
| Lowest Defended | 198/10 – Africa XI vs Asia X |
SuperSport Park T20I Records
| Stats | Values |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 19 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 176 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 161 |
| Highest Total | 259/4 – South Africa vs West Indies |
| Lowest Total | 100/10 – South Africa vs Pakistan |
| Highest Chase | 259/4 – South Africa vs West Indies |
| Lowest Defended | 126/5 – South Africa vs Sri Lanka |
Pitch Behaviour Summary
- Best For: Fast bowlers early, batters later
- Spinners: Limited role
- Batting Difficulty: Medium early, easy later
- Toss Choice: Bowl first (especially in Tests)
- ODI Good Score: 280–320
- T20I Good Score: 180–200
Upcoming Matches at SuperSport Park
- SA20 2025–26: Pretoria Capitals home matches
- South Africa vs West Indies 2nd T20I – Jan 29, 2026
- South Africa Women vs Pakistan Women ODI – Feb 25, 2026
FAQs
Q1. Is SuperSport Park batting or bowling friendly?
It is bowler-friendly early, but becomes batting-friendly later, especially in ODIs and T20Is.
Q2. Do fast bowlers dominate here?
Yes, especially with the new ball due to bounce and seam movement.
Q3. Is chasing easy at SuperSport Park?
Yes, in ODIs and T20Is, chasing teams have a better record.
Q4. What is a good T20 score here?
Anything above 180 runs is a strong total.
