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| Location | Greater Western Sydney |
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| Establishment | 2022 |
| Capacity | 3,000 |
| Operator | Cricket NSW |
| Tenants | New South Wales |
Cricket Central is a cricket ground located at far north-western corner of Wilson Park in Sydney Olympic Park. The ground has been used for domestic men's and women's cricket matches. [1] [2] [3]
The stadium has a capacity of 3,000 people and opened in 2022. [4] [5]
The construction of Cricket Central Ground was part of a larger initiative to promote sports and recreational activities in the Olympic Park area. The project was funded with an investment of US$60 million, aimed at creating a facility that meets international standards for cricket. [6]
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