Marina Ground, Corfu

Marina Ground, Corfu

Corfu
Marina Ground stands as Corfu's premier cricket venue, representing the unique presence of the sport on this Greek island with its rich British colonial heritage. The ground has become an integral part of Corfu's sporting landscape, hosting various domestic and regional cricket competitions that showcase the island's continuing connection to the game introduced during British rule in the 19th century. The pitch at Marina Ground presents challenging conditions for batsmen, as evidenced by the relatively low average first-innings score of 110.33 runs across the nine T20 matches recorded. This modest scoring pattern suggests a surface that favors bowlers, whether due to uneven bounce, slower pace, or movement off the pitch. The 44.44% win rate for teams batting first indicates a slight advantage for sides chasing, possibly due to improved batting conditions later in matches or the effectiveness of setting targets on this particular wicket. The ground's Mediterranean setting provides a distinctive backdrop for cricket, with the Ionian Sea's influence creating unique atmospheric conditions that can affect play. Local enthusiasts and visiting players alike appreciate the venue's intimate scale and the passionate support from Corfu's cricket community. While not hosting international fixtures, Marina Ground serves as a vital hub for developing Greek cricket and maintaining the sport's traditions on an island where cricket culture has persevered remarkably despite its geographical location far from traditional cricket strongholds.

Ground Stats by Format

T20

Matches played9
Avg 1st innings110
Avg 2nd innings75
Highest total177
Lowest total53
Bat first win %44.4%

Recent Matches

DateMatchFormatResult
11 May 2025Germany vs Greece(177/5 / 88/4)T20Germany won by 89 runs
11 May 2025Greece vs Germany(77/8 / 78/0)T20Germany won by 10 wickets
10 May 2025Germany vs Greece(166/8 / 61/10)T20Germany won by 105 runs
10 May 2025Germany vs Greece(153/4 / 87/8)T20Germany won by 66 runs
26 Oct 2024Bulgaria vs Greece(55/10 / 56/0)T20Greece won by 10 wickets
22 Sept 2024Greece vs Spain(85/5 / 87/2)T20Spain won by 8 wickets
22 Sept 2024Greece vs Spain(87/8 / 88/1)T20Spain won by 9 wickets
21 Sept 2024Spain vs Greece(118/3 / 53/4)T20Spain won by 65 runs
21 Sept 2024Greece vs Spain(75/6 / 76/3)T20Spain won by 7 wickets