Christchurch Set to Host the Over-70s Cricket World Cup Final at Hagley Oval

Christchurch is preparing to welcome the global cricket community as the city hosts the IMC Over-70s Cricket World Cup, an international tournament celebrating skill, sportsmanship and a lifelong love of the game. Delivered by Veterans Cricket NZ, the tournament will see teams from around the world compete across multiple venues in and around Christchurch, bringing players, supporters and visitors together for a festival of cricket and camaraderie. A highlight of the tournament will be the World Cup Final, which is scheduled to be played at Hagley Oval — Christchurch’s premier cricket venue. Set within the heart of South Hagley Park,…

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Kilikiti Festival Brings Colour and Culture to Hagley Park

The Hagley Park Polo Grounds were alive with colour, community and celebration over Waitangi Weekend, hosting the FA’ASILASILAGA TĀUA Kilikiti Festival 2026, delivered by the Christchurch Samoan Ministers’ Fraternal. Held across Friday 6 and Saturday 7 February, the festival showcased kilikiti, the traditional Samoan form of cricket, and brought together players, families and supporters from across the region. The event featured both social and competitive divisions, with men’s and women’s competitive matches running alongside social games that included elders, non-competitive participants, and youth aged up to 15. Beyond the matches, the Polo Grounds became a true festival space, with mini…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Blackcaps vs West Indies Test Match Timings

13 December 2025. Updated Start Time for Day Three of the Test Match at Hagley Oval Hagley Oval has confirmed a revised first-ball start time of 10.58am for Day 3 of the Test match. A brief rain delay earlier today caused a small disruption, but the combination of an early start this morning and a later-than-scheduled finish has helped pull the match close to back on track. With the original first-ball time set for 11.00am, tomorrow’s adjusted start allows officials to fine-tune the schedule and ensure as much play as possible is completed across the remaining days. All venue operations…

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Blackcaps vs West Indies Test Match – Updated Match Timings

1st December 2025. Updated Start Time for Day Two of the Test Match at Hagley Oval Following an eventful opening day of Test cricket at Hagley Oval, we wish to advise that the start time for Day Two has been updated. The first ball will now be bowled at 10.35am, brought forward from the originally scheduled 11.00am.This adjustment has been made to accommodate rain delays and a slow over rate during today’s play. All other match-day details remain the same, including gate opening times, venue operations, ticketing, hospitality, and broadcast arrangements. Day One Recap At stumps, the BLACKCAPS reached 231/9…

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