The Caribbean charm meets cricket excellence at the National Cricket Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada, a venue that represents the true spirit of West Indies cricket. Nestled in the picturesque capital city of this beautiful island nation, this ground has witnessed some memorable cricket moments since its rebuild in 1999. From hosting 2007 Cricket World Cup matches to Chris Gayle’s spectacular double century, the National Cricket Stadium continues to be a fortress of Caribbean cricket. As the stage is set for the upcoming Australia vs West Indies 2nd Test match in July 2025, this historic venue prepares to add another chapter to its rich cricketing legacy.
Ground Information
Basic Details
Feature
Details
Established
1999 (Rebuilt from original Queen’s Park)
Full Name
National Cricket Stadium, St George’s
Former Name
Queen’s Park
Location
River Road, St George’s, Grenada
Capacity
20,000 spectators
Home Team
Windward Islands
Time Zone
UTC -04:00
Stadium Features
Ends: River End, D’arbeau End
Floodlights: No
Test Venue Since: 2002 (84th Test venue worldwide)
Hurricane Recovery: Rebuilt after Hurricane Ivan damage (2004)
2007 World Cup Venue: Hosted matches during the tournament
Chris Gayle Factor: Highest scores in both Test (204) and ODI (162) formats
Historic Moments at the Venue
Memorable Performances
2002: Inaugural Test match (West Indies vs New Zealand)
2002: Chris Gayle’s magnificent 204 – only double century at venue
2007: Hosted Cricket World Cup matches
2019: Chris Gayle’s 162 vs England – highest ODI score
2023: Recent England vs West Indies T20I series
2007 Cricket World Cup Legacy
The stadium was one of the key venues for the 2007 Cricket World Cup, bringing international attention to Grenada and establishing its credentials as a world-class cricket facility.
Weather and Playing Conditions
Climate Information
Season: Tropical climate year-round
Temperature: Consistently warm (25-30°C)
Humidity: High Caribbean humidity
Rainfall: Possible tropical showers
Wind: Trade winds can affect play
Upcoming Match: Australia vs West Indies 2nd Test 2025
2nd Test: July 3-7, National Cricket Stadium, Grenada
3rd Test: July 12-16, Sabina Park, Jamaica (Day-Night Test)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the highest individual score at National Cricket Stadium?
A: Chris Gayle holds records in both formats – 204 in Tests (vs New Zealand, 2002) and 162 in ODIs (vs England, 2019). His Test double century remains the only 200+ score at the venue.
Q2: When is the Australia vs West Indies 2nd Test at this venue?
A: The 2nd Test will be played from July 3-7, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM local time (2:00 PM GMT). This is part of the Frank Worrell Trophy series and ICC World Test Championship.
Q3: What makes this stadium historically significant?
A: Originally Queen’s Park, it was rebuilt in 1999 and became the 84th Test venue worldwide in 2002. It hosted 2007 Cricket World Cup matches and has been witness to some memorable Caribbean cricket moments.
Q4: How many international centuries have been scored here?
A: The venue has hosted 5 Test centuries and 17 ODI centuries. Chris Gayle features prominently with the highest scores in both formats at this ground.
Q5: What are the pitch conditions like at this venue?
A: The pitch generally favors batsmen, as evidenced by high-scoring matches and multiple centuries. Early assistance for pace bowlers gives way to batting-friendly conditions, with spin coming into play as matches progress.
