Formed in the 1840s, Nelson Cricket has a rich history of competing at local and regional competitions, as well as hosting international matches.
International Fixtures at Saxton Oval
Jan 2014 Blackcaps v West Indies ODI
Jan 2015 Blackcaps v Sri Lanka ODI
Feb 2015 Ireland v West Indies ODI, ICC Cricket World Cup
Feb 2015 UAE v Zimbabwe ODI, ICC Cricket World Cup
Mar 2015 Bangladesh v Scotland, ICC Cricket World Cup
Dec 2015 Blackcaps v Sri Lanka ODI
Jan 2016 Blackcaps v Sri Lanka ODI
Nov 2016 NZXI v Pakistan (Three-Day)
Nov 2016 White Ferns v Pakistan ODI
Nov 2016 White Ferns v Pakistan T20
Dec 2016 Blackcaps v Bangladesh ODI (1)
Dec 2016 Blackcaps v Bangladesh ODI (2)
Dec 2017 Blackcaps v West Indies T20
Jan 2018 NZXI v Pakistan (50 over)
Jan 2018 Blackcaps v Pakistan ODI
Jan 2019 Blackcaps v Sri Lanka ODI
Nov 2019 Blackcaps vs England T20
Playing Cricket at Saxton Field
Saxton’s Cricket pitch is world-class. The recently refurbished Saxton Oval has been purpose-built for high-level matches and international competitions, it’s truly one of the best cricket pitches in NZ. If you’re just wanting to practice your cricket skills, hire our indoor Cricket centre or stop by our outdoor batting practice nets.
