Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
Kingston
Sabina Park stands as one of the Caribbean's most iconic cricket venues, serving as the home ground for Jamaica and a regular host for West Indies international matches since 1930. The stadium, with its distinctive George Headley Stand and Barry Hart Stand, has witnessed some of the most memorable moments in West Indian cricket history, including several legendary performances by regional heroes.
The pitch at Sabina Park traditionally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball, though it can vary significantly depending on conditions. The ground's statistics reflect this equilibrium, with first innings averages ranging from 181 in T20 matches to 245 in ODIs. Notably, teams batting first in Test matches enjoy a considerable advantage, winning 75% of the time with an average first innings score of 227. In limited-overs formats, the batting-first advantage is more modest, with teams winning exactly half their matches regardless of format.
The venue has undergone significant renovations over the years, particularly following structural concerns in the 1990s that led to temporary capacity reductions. Today's modernized facility maintains its intimate atmosphere while providing improved spectator amenities. The passionate Jamaican crowds create an electric environment, particularly during West Indies matches, where the rhythmic chanting and musical celebrations add a unique Caribbean flavor to the cricket experience. The ground's close proximity to downtown Kingston and its rich cricketing heritage continue to make it a cherished venue in international cricket.
Ground Stats by Format
Test
Matches played4
Avg 1st innings227
Avg 2nd innings173
Highest total302
Lowest total143
Bat first win %75.0%
ODI
Matches played4
Avg 1st innings245
Avg 2nd innings208
Highest total270
Lowest total168
Bat first win %50.0%
T20
Matches played8
Avg 1st innings181
Avg 2nd innings164
Highest total215
Lowest total125
Bat first win %50.0%
Recent Matches
| Date | Match | Format | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jul 2025 | West Indies vs Australia(172/8 / 173/2) | T20 | Australia won by 8 wickets |
| 20 Jul 2025 | West Indies vs Australia(189/8 / 190/7) | T20 | Australia won by 3 wickets |
| 12 Jul 2025 | Australia vs West Indies(225/10 / 143/10) | TEST | Australia won by 176 runs |
| 30 Nov 2024 | Bangladesh vs West Indies(164/10 / 146/10) | TEST | Bangladesh won by 101 runs |
| 26 May 2024 | South Africa vs West Indies(163/7 / 165/2) | T20 | West Indies won by 8 wickets |
| 25 May 2024 | West Indies vs South Africa(207/7 / 191/7) | T20 | West Indies won by 16 runs |
| 23 May 2024 | West Indies vs South Africa(175/8 / 147/10) | T20 | West Indies won by 28 runs |
| 14 Aug 2022 | New Zealand vs West Indies(145/7 / 150/2) | T20 | West Indies won by 8 wickets |
| 12 Aug 2022 | New Zealand vs West Indies(215/5 / 125/9) | T20 | New Zealand won by 90 runs |
| 10 Aug 2022 | New Zealand vs West Indies(185/5 / 172/7) | T20 | New Zealand won by 13 runs |
