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Cricket Central

161 Silverwater Rd, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, Australia

4.5 (77)
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1000 Seated
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Why you'll love Cricket Central

  • Offers a full-size, ICC-standard cricket oval, perfect for high-profile matches and events.
  • State-of-the-Art Indoor Facilities – 15 indoor nets with retractable netting for year-round practice and event.
  • Versatile Event Spaces – Meeting rooms and function areas suited for corporate and social events.

Established in August 2022, Cricket Central stands as a testament to the commitment and passion for cricket, providing an unparalleled experience in a world-class setting. This custom-built cricket center, with its impressive array of facilities, is unmatched by any other venue on the planet.

Experience elite-level cricket on our International Cricket Council-compliant-sized oval, where the stage is set for thrilling matches on a playing surface crafted to perfection. Hone your skills in our extensive outdoor facilities, featuring 43 turf lanes and 15 indoor nets, catering to players of all levels.

Elevate your fitness game at our state-of-the-art gym, equipped with the latest technology and facilities tailored to meet the specific needs of cricket athletes. Our comprehensive Sports Science Sports Medicine Facility ensures the well-being and peak performance of our athletes, offering medical rooms, physiotherapy services, a dedicated rehab area, and aquatic recovery options.

Conduct business or strategy sessions in our 16 state-of-the-art meeting rooms, equipped with cutting-edge technology to facilitate productive discussions and planning. Indulge in culinary delights at our first-class café, 'The Commons,' offering a diverse menu to suit all tastes for players, spectators, and visitors alike.

Immerse yourself in cricket's rich history at our memorabilia library, housing a captivating collection of books and memorabilia that pay homage to the sport's illustrious past. Enjoy cricket-related events, lectures, and interactive sessions in our amphitheatre and lecture theatre, designed for both entertainment and education.

As the home to Cricket New South Wales (CNSW) offices, Cricket Central is at the forefront of cricket development, administration, and support for the region.

Cricket Central is not just a venue; it's a celebration of cricketing excellence, a hub for athletes, enthusiasts, and professionals alike. Join us in the heart of cricket passion, where every detail is crafted to elevate the cricket experience to new heights. Welcome to Cricket Central – where the future of cricket unfolds!

Cricket Central Function Rooms

15 Spaces Available At This Venue
Amphitheatre

Amphitheatre

Looking like something lifted straight from the uber-cool Google HQ, this stylish, 116.025 linear sqm amphitheatre offers a stunning venue for all manner of events incuding lectures, presentations, school groups, seminars and the like. But don’t let the looks fool you. This amphitheatre is the perfect all-rounder, comfortably seating 232 people with standing room for an extra 80 and the option of additional chairs.
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Lecture Theatre

Lecture Theatre

This spacious 45.2 sqm lecture room is set up to ensure you give the perfect delivery on every lecture, speech or talk. Holding up to 35 people in classic in-built theatre style, this disability friendly, soundproof facility is sure to be a big hit with lecturers and public speakers Australia-wide.
35
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Outdoor Terrace

Outdoor Terrace

Last, but most certainly not least, we have our stunning outdoor terrace. Capable of holding up to 300 people, this 496 sqm area overlooks the outdoor turf lanes and provides a bird’s eye view of some of Australia’s finest cricketers in action. It’s also the perfect spot to catch up with friends, partake in a wine or three or even host an al fresco event such as a cocktail party, barbecue or sit- down meal (all catered for through Create Catering).
300
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Alan Davidson Boardroom

Alan Davidson Boardroom

Now it’s time to bowl you over with some of the other amazing facilities we have at our disposal. Like the impressive Alan Davidson Boardroom. Named after one of Australia’s finest opening bowlers, we can’t help but think that Alan would have been a big fan of this stunning set up with its purpose-built retractable window and picturesque views over the immaculately kept oval. But there’s more to this setup than just great views. At 68.27sqm and a capacity for 36 people, this multi-purpose boardroom is perfect for meetings, as a classroom, theatre, cocktail or banquet venue. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, yes, all the windows facing the oval are made of shatterproof glass. Just in case there’s a future David Warner or Brad Haddin occupying the crease!
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Rina Hore Meeting room

Rina Hore Meeting room

Coming in at no.5 we have one of our most dependable performers. A hardworking, practical, yet still stylish boardroom. Named in honour of the indefatigable Rina Hore, who served as executive director of the Bradman Museum, VP of Australian Women’s Cricket and the first woman ever elected Director to NSW cricket, this 33 sqm room with 18 person capacity is ideal for meetings and corporate team building events. It also boasts spectacular bird’s eye views of the oval. So don’t blame us if your audience spend all their time staring out the window. This room can also be opened up to make a larger shared space in conjunction with the Brian Freedman meeting room.
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Brian Freedman Meeting room

Brian Freedman Meeting room

At no. 6 we have the hard-working and ever- dependable Brian Freedman meeting room. Brian Freedman has been a devoted and long- serving servant of cricket for many years. Beginning his innings as a 14-year-old scorer for Bankstown Cricket Club’s second grade team, he later went on to be club president from 1982-2006 and a delegate to the Sydney Cricket Association for 30 years. Somehow, he also found the time to be a board member of CNSW and Cricket Australia and manged the Australian under-19 men’s team. The eponymous 32.9 sqm boardroom with 18 person capacity boasts stunning views of the oval and can be used for all manner of corporate events and meetings. It can also be paired up with the Rina Hore meeting room for bigger functions.
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Rina Hore/Brian Freedman Meeting rooms combined

Rina Hore/Brian Freedman Meeting rooms combined

What a pair. When the Rina Hore meeting room slides back its retractable dividing wall and merges with the Brian Freedman meeting room, get ready for big things! Combined, the two rooms boast an impressive 65.9sqm, 36 person capacity which is plenty big enough for most corporate events, meetings, training seminars and functions. The a/v equipment in both rooms is state of the art and, as for the view, well that’s state of the art as well, with stunning views across the glorious expanse of the oval.
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Venue Hire Cricket Central

Venue Hire Cricket Central

We have our amazing state of the art indoor centre. This fabulous set up is perfect for the odd rainy day (OK frequent rainy day). It features 15 indoor nets and pitches with retractable netting on either side, allowing would-be batters and bowlers to sharpen their skills even on the wettest and windiest Sydney days. Nine of these nets are available for hire by the public, with the rest being reserved for high performance teams. When it’s not being used to hone the next Glenn McGrath or Steve Waugh, this whopping 2617 metre space can also be used as a perfect venue for larger functions (up to 1,000 people) such as exhibitions, trade shows, banquets, team building exercises etc.
1000
1000
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Oval Hire

Oval Hire

At no.1 we’ve naturally decided to showcase our very best. In this case, a magnificent full-size International ICC Compliant oval. Immaculately kept and gloriously picturesque, this oval is used for first-class, elite level matches such as Sheffield Shield, WNCL, One Day Cup, WBBL and is enjoyed by both players and spectators alike.
1500
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Meeting Room 1 - The Pavilion

Meeting Room 1 - The Pavilion

On the ground level of our new community building known as 'The Pavilion', you'll find a pair of state-of-the-art meeting rooms. They offer a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. When run individually, the room size comes in at 40sqm each. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
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Meeting Room 2 - The Pavilion

Meeting Room 2 - The Pavilion

On the ground level of our new community building known as 'The Pavilion', you'll find a pair of state-of-the-art meeting rooms. They offer a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. When run individually, the room size comes in at 40sqm each. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
24
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Combined Rooms - The Pavilion

Combined Rooms - The Pavilion

On the ground level of our new community building known as 'The Pavilion', you'll find a pair of state-of-the-art meeting rooms. They offer a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. Combined, the two rooms boast an impressive 80sqm, which is plenty big enough for most corporate events, meetings, training seminars and functions. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
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The Lounge at The Pavilion

The Lounge at The Pavilion

Our community building has recently opened known as ‘The Pavilion’. On the top level, you'll find 'The Lounge', featuring a function room for 200 people for a cocktail party or 120 sit down for a gala event. When run as one large function room, The Lounge boasts an impressive 180sqm. The Lounge can be also configured as two rooms with a centre partition, making it a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
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Lounge North Room - The Pavilion

Lounge North Room - The Pavilion

Our community building has recently opened known as ‘The Pavilion’. On the top level, you'll find 'The Lounge', featuring a function room for 200 people for a cocktail party or 120 sit down for a gala event. The Lounge can be also configured as two rooms with a centre partition, making it a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. In this configuration, the North Room boasts an impressive 90sqm. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
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Lounge South Room - The Pavilion

Lounge South Room - The Pavilion

Our community building has recently opened known as ‘The Pavilion’. On the top level, you'll find 'The Lounge', featuring a function room for 200 people for a cocktail party or 120 sit down for a gala event. The Lounge can be also configured as two rooms with a centre partition, making it a versatile and spacious setting ideal for corporate meetings, training seminars, and private functions. In this configuration, the South Room boasts an impressive 90sqm. Located within the Cricket Central precinct, the rooms feature natural light, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site parking, making it a convenient and professional choice for your next event.
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Jude Jayatilake

January 12, 2026

Great net facilities to train indoors for both kids and adults. Ben at the front desk is very helpful and offers excellent customer service.

Brenden Wood

August 20, 2022

An amazing new cricket facility operated by Cricket NSW, located at Wilson Park. There’s a cafe on ground level near the main entry. There are about two dozen cricket nets for practicing. You’ll find an elite-standard cricket oval next to the cafe. Parking for about 40+ vehicles is located alongside the facility - we noticed that some people also park across the road at Silverwater Road, and then walk under the traffic bridge to Cricket Central. The popular Parramatta Valley Cycleway passes the northern edge of this facility. You’ll find an excellent club across Silverwater Road - it serves food and beverages - and has a relaxing atmosphere.

Leigh Kennedy

October 9, 2024

I thought I'd wandered into the recreation yard at Silverwater prison next door. Then I realised I was at cricket central. I'm not 100% sure I wasn't right the first time! Poor location, lack of transport options, lack of facilities for fans. Couldn't be much worse if you tried!

Edward Nield

September 16, 2025

Poor parking. Poor food and coffee.Not a good experience

David Baxter

January 4, 2026

I would not quibble, rather I would tend to agree, with any of the five star reviews of Cricket Central as a cricket development, administration and training centre; at least from casual observation and not being there to use those aspects of the place. That is not the focus of this review. However, whilst the cricket oval is presently an ideal adjunct to a training centre; it is presently a long, long way from ideal for a venue for a competitive cricket match where the comfort and enjoyment of spectators for a full day of cricket (of a multi-day match or a 50 over match) is a relevant consideration. The final of the Sydney First Grade cricket competition 2022/2023 was played at this Oval. If you were not alerted to bring your own chair (as in a proper seat as opposed to a step or the ground) with you, or knew but could not manage to carry one for yourself and for anyone with you who would be unable to do so on public transport and/or walking, then finding a chair was difficult. Thankfully the cafe was open on the Saturday outside its usual operating hours, and some chairs were "borrowed" by spectators from there. However, the Oval is seemingly not designed for spectators to watch a match from the seats brought with them, or otherwise obtained, or if they have no alternative but to sit on the ground. The ground around the Oval is not materially raised in any place. There is no "hill" area, like you can find at Drummoyne Oval and many other suburban cricket grounds, where sitting on the ground/grass for a prolonged time can give you a fine view of the match and can overall be a pretty pleasant experience in suitable weather. There is no dedicated cover for spectators from (strong) sun or (light) showers that facilitates viewing the match (too); but where some cover can be found viewing of the match may be impaired by small decorative trees, fire hydrants, and various other things from impromptu (portable) chair placement at ground level in places not dedicated to spectators watching a match. Possibly not even anticipated. The photographs of the oval show a large modern building overlooking the oval, with (apparently) large windows facing the oval - with an above-ground vantage. This building is not a grandstand for spectators. In fact, signs indicated that it was not to be entered by spectators, on those doors that were not locked. The digital scoreboard is excellent and always up with the play; and the playing surface looked fine - though from only a ground level vantage point. The poor weather with showers on Saturday of the First Grade cricket final highlighted the deficiencies for spectators. It could be better in some perfect weather conditions for the Oval for spectators, if you are able to bring a comfortable - or any - chair with you and everyone with you, the match has only a few spectators and also the cafe is (still) open nonetheless. For this I could not deny a star. I overheard complaints about lack of adequate spectator toilet facilities at the Oval and inadequate private car parking in the carpark or vicinity, which also probably would not be a problem for only a few spectators. If I missed or overlooked any or many positive features of the Oval for more than just a few spectators at a planned full day of play, and as it is not a regularly scheduled grade cricket venue, an obvious concierge/greeter for spectators for the first session of all days of the First Grade final might have been helpful. Update: 4/1/26. Just heard Jim Maxwell during the lunch break in the first day of the Fifth Ashes test in Sydney making essentially the same point - in general terms - about Cricket Central as a venue for important cricket matches (in his assessment Sheffield Shield matches). For whatever the strengths as an administration centre venue, not an attractive one for a cricket game "event" (and for spectators at it).

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