About Us

Discover the stories, people and places that make Hagley Oval unique

History

Hagley Oval’s rich history is closely linked to cricket’s evolution in Canterbury. Explore our timeline for key events.
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Community

Hagley Oval is a vibrant venue, uniting families and fans through inclusive, grassroots cricket.
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Shaping the Precinct

Hagley Oval hosts local and international matches with 11 top-tier pitches, night lighting, and seating for 20,000 — combining heritage and modern facilities. Shaping the Precinct

Our Spaces

The Hagley Oval Precinct has two main facilities—the Hadlee Pavilion and Sir Richard Hadlee Sports Centre—both available for private events and functions.
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Sponsors & Supporters

We’re grateful for our sponsors and supporters who help enhance Hagley Oval’s cricket events and community programs and welcome new partnerships.
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Community Partners

We work with community partners to enhance cricket experiences and support local groups, promoting accessibility and enjoyment for all ages.
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Recent News

Match Day Information

KFC SUPER SMASH – ELIMINATION FINAL

28 January 2026. This Friday will see two Elimination matches take place at Hagley Oval with the winners of each Women and Men’s game progressing through to play in the Grand Final on Saturday 31st January. The women are up first with the Northern Brave taking on the Auckland Hearts followed by the Canterbury Kings up against the Auckland Aces. Key Match Details and Timings Friday 30th January Tickets purchased for these match days gains you entry for BOTH the Women’s and Men’s match. Members and Guests The Miles Group Members Lounge will be open from 1 hour before first ball for Pavilion Club members and their guests. Entry is via the Hadlee Pavilion main reception. The Pavilion bar will be serving food and beverages throughout the day from a limited Bistro menu. Please note that Hagley Oval is a cashless venue — all purchases can be made by card only. Public Facilities and Amenities Food and Drink The following vendors will be onsite for food and beverage purchases. Patrons are allowed to bring in sealed plastic bottles (up to 1.5 litre in size) containing non-alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. Non-alcoholic cans are allowed however they will be depressurized on entry. Small amounts of non-commercial food intended for personal consumption is also permitted. See our full match day entry visitor guidelines here. Safety at the Oval Cricket is full of excitement — and the occasional flying ball!For your safety, please keep an eye on the play at all times and

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Match Day Information

KFC SUPER SMASH – Triple Header Action!

19 January 2026. This week there is plenty going on with three huge Super Smash match days happening over five days here at Hagley Oval! Whether you’re a cricket lover or just looking for a fun outing, we’ve got all the key match day info to help you make the most of your visit to Hagley Oval. Don’t miss the chance to see top players in action! Key Match Details and Timings Wednesday 21st January Friday 23rd January Sunday 25th January Tickets purchased for these match days gains you entry for BOTH the Women’s and Men’s match. Members and Guests The Miles Group Members Lounge will be open from 1 hour before first ball for Pavilion Club members and their guests. Entry is via the Hadlee Pavilion main reception. The Pavilion bar will be serving food and beverages throughout the day from a limited Bistro menu. Please note that Hagley Oval is a cashless venue — all purchases can be made by card only. Public Facilities and Amenities Food and Drink For the 3 match days, the following vendors will be onsite for food and beverage purchases. Patrons are allowed to bring in sealed plastic bottles (up to 1.5 litre in size) containing non-alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. Non-alcoholic cans are allowed however they will be depressurized on entry. Small amounts of non-commercial food intended for personal consumption is also permitted. See our full match day entry visitor guidelines here. Safety at the Oval Cricket is full of excitement —

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Match Day Information

KFC SUPER SMASH – Canterbury vs Auckland

8 January 2026. Super Smash at Hagley Oval continues this Saturday with the second home game getting underway when Canterbury takes on Auckland. For those coming along, we have put together some key information to ensure you have the best match day experience as possible! Key Match Details and Timings Tickets purchased for this match day gains you entry for BOTH the Women’s and Men’s match. Members and Guests The Miles Group Members Lounge will be open from 1.10pm for Pavilion Club members and their guests. Entry is via the Hadlee Pavilion main reception. The Pavilion bar will be serving food and beverages throughout the day from a limited Bistro menu. Please note that Hagley Oval is a cashless venue — all purchases can be made by card only. Public Facilities and Amenities Food and Drink For this match day, the following vendors will be onsite for food and beverage purchases. Patrons are allowed to bring in sealed plastic bottles (up to 1 litre in size) containing non-alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. Non-alcoholic cans are allowed however they will be depressurized on entry. Small amounts of non-commercial food intended for personal consumption is also permitted. See our full match day entry visitor guidelines here. Safety at the Oval Cricket is full of excitement — and the occasional flying ball!For your safety, please keep an eye on the play at all times and remind those with you to do the same, especially children. From time to time balls can be hit

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KFC SUPER SMASH – Canterbury vs Central Districts

30 December 2025. Super Smash returns to Hagley Oval with the first of 7 home games getting underway this Thursday! For those coming along, we have put together some key information to ensure you have the best match day experience as possible! Key Match Details and Timings Tickets purchased for this match day gains you entry for BOTH the Women’s and Men’s match. Members and Guests The Miles Group Members Lounge will be open from 1.10pm for Pavilion Club members and their guests. Entry is via the Hadlee Pavilion main reception. The Pavilion bar will be serving food and beverages throughout the day from a limited Bistro menu. Please note that Hagley Oval is a cashless venue — all purchases can be made by card only. Public Facilities and Amenities Food and Drink For this match day, the following vendors will be onsite for food and beverage purchases. Patrons are allowed to bring in sealed plastic bottles (up to 1 litre in size) containing non-alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. Non-alcoholic cans are allowed however they will be depressurized on entry. Small amounts of non-commercial food intended for personal consumption is also permitted. See our full match day entry visitor guidelines here. Safety at the Oval Cricket is full of excitement — and the occasional flying ball!For your safety, please keep an eye on the play at all times and remind those with you to do the same, especially children. From time to time balls can be hit into spectator areas.

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Match Day Information

Plunket Shield – Canterbury vs Otago

12 December 2025. The first Plunket Shield match of the 25/26 season kicks off tomorrow at Hagley Oval, and we’re excited to welcome fans back for 4 days of domestic red ball cricket! Key Match Details Bring your deck chairs, picnic, and plenty of energy to support the teams as the action unfolds throughout the day. Members and Guests The Miles Group Members Lounge will be open from 10.00am for Pavilion Club members and their guests. Entry is via the Hadlee Pavilion main reception. The Pavilion bar will be serving food and beverages throughout the day from a limited Bistro menu. Please note that Hagley Oval is a cashless venue — all purchases can be made by card only. Public Facilities and Amenities Safety at the Oval Cricket is full of excitement — and the occasional flying ball!For your safety, please keep an eye on the play at all times and remind those with you to do the same, especially children. From time to time balls can be hit into spectator areas. Plan Your Visit For more information on getting to Hagley Oval, amenities, accessibility, and what to expect on match days, visit our Plan Your Visit page.

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News

Turf Meets Surf at the Super Smash Launch

09 December 2025. New Zealand’s T20 stars will descend on Sumner Beach today for the official launch of the 2025-26 season of Super Smash presented by KFC. Representatives from all twelve teams are set to get their toes in the sand alongside Surf Lifesaving New Zealand lifeguards to celebrate the return of KFC Super 6’s for Surf. Throughout the Super Smash season, KFC will donate $100 to Surf Lifesaving New Zealand for every six hit, an initiative that raised $38,100 last summer. The 32-day, 64-game competition will see BLACKCAPS, WHITE FERNS and rising stars battle it out across the country from Boxing Day through to the finals weekend at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval on January 30 and 31. The competition is set to deliver another blockbuster summer of cricket building on the momentum of a landmark 2024-25 season that saw TVNZ broadcasts reach over one million Kiwis and 7.3 million views across NZC’s digital channels. NZC Chief Executive Scott Weenink said the Super Smash had firmly established itself as an essential part of a Kiwi summer. “We were delighted with the numbers from last season, but it’s not just about the numbers, the quality of cricket we’re seeing in this competition is excellent,” Weenink said. “We saw the likes of Bevon Jacobs and Emma McLeod earning international call-ups off the back of their Super Smash performances, and I have no doubt we’ll see more players make that leap this summer. “The Super Smash is the perfect showcase for everything that’s exciting about

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