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Newlands
Cape Town, South Africa
25,000 capacityFloodlights
About Newlands
Newlands in Cape Town is regularly described as one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world, framed by the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain and Devil’s Peak. Established in 1888, it is among South Africa’s most historic venues.
The pitch traditionally offers assistance to seam and swing bowling, especially when the famous Cape Doctor wind blows, while spin can come into play later in a match.
The ground is the home of Western Province cricket and a much-loved fixture on the international calendar for its scenery and atmosphere.
Key Milestones
- Established1888
Pitch & Conditions
A sporting surface that offers seam and swing bowlers plenty early on, especially when the Cape Doctor wind blows, before spinners come into the game on a used pitch.
Home to
Western ProvinceMI Cape Town (SA20)
Recent results at Newlands
FinalFinished
Pretoria Capitals158/7 (20)
Sunrisers Eastern Cape162/4 (19.2)Sunrisers Eastern Cape won by 6 wickets
25 Jan 2026
26th MatchFinished
MI Cape Town140/7 (19.2)Sunrisers Eastern Cape139/9 (20)MI Cape Town won by 3 wickets
16 Jan 2026
15th MatchFinished
MI Cape Town128/6 (11.2)
Joburg Super Kings123/7 (12)MI Cape Town won by 4 wickets (D/L method)
6 Jan 2026
13th MatchFinished
MI Cape Town88 (18.4)
Paarl Royals90/3 (13)Paarl Royals won by 7 wickets
4 Jan 2026
8th MatchFinished
MI Cape Town135 (14.2)Pretoria Capitals220/5 (20)Pretoria Capitals won by 85 runs
31 Dec 2025
1st MatchFinished
MI Cape Town217/7 (20)
Durban's Super Giants232/5 (20)Durban Super Giants won by 15 runs
26 Dec 2025
Frequently asked questions
Where is Newlands located?
Newlands is located in Cape Town, South Africa.
What is the seating capacity of Newlands?
Newlands has a seating capacity of approximately 25,000 spectators.
Does Newlands have floodlights?
Yes — Newlands is equipped with floodlights and can host day-night matches.
Who owns Newlands?
Newlands is owned and managed by Western Province Cricket Association.
What type of pitch does Newlands have?
Newlands has a grass pitch surface.
Is Newlands still active?
Yes — Newlands is currently an active cricket venue hosting international and domestic matches.
Where can I find details about Newlands on CricInnings?
Right here — this Newlands page brings together the ground’s location, capacity and key facts, with more added as matches are played at the venue.