Sano International Cricket Ground

Sano
Sano International Cricket Ground serves as a prominent cricket venue in Japan's Tochigi Prefecture, representing the growing popularity of the sport in the country. The facility has become an integral part of Japan's cricket infrastructure, hosting domestic competitions and contributing to the development of cricket in the region. The ground has exclusively hosted T20 format matches, with 35 games recorded in its history. The venue's pitch characteristics favor bowlers, as evidenced by the relatively low average first innings score of 121.17 runs. This bowling-friendly nature creates competitive matches where teams must work hard for every run, making for engaging cricket. Despite the challenging batting conditions, teams winning the toss and electing to bat first have enjoyed a success rate of 55.88%, suggesting that setting a target on this ground can be advantageous when executed properly. The pitch typically offers assistance to both pace and spin bowlers, with the surface providing enough movement and variation to keep batsmen on their toes throughout an innings. The outfield is well-maintained, ensuring fair play while the compact nature of the ground creates an intimate atmosphere for spectators. As part of Japan's cricket circuit, Sano International Cricket Ground continues to play a vital role in nurturing local talent and providing a platform for competitive cricket. The venue represents Japan's commitment to developing cricket infrastructure and establishing itself within the international cricket community.

Ground Stats by Format

T20

Matches played35
Avg 1st innings121
Avg 2nd innings71
Highest total253
Lowest total4
Bat first win %55.9%

Recent Matches

DateMatchFormatResult
8 Jun 2025Philippines vs China(84/7 / 85/3)T20China won by 7 wickets
8 Jun 2025Japan vs Hong Kong(99/7 / 77/10)T20Japan won by 22 runs
7 Jun 2025Japan vs Philippines(83/8 / 24/10)T20Japan won by 59 runs
7 Jun 2025Mongolia vs Hong Kong(74/10 / 75/3)T20Hong Kong won by 7 wickets
6 Jun 2025Japan vs China(94/7 / 70/10)T20Japan won by 24 runs
6 Jun 2025Philippines vs Mongolia(167/6 / 49/6)T20Philippines won by 118 runs
5 Jun 2025Mongolia vs China(32/9 / 33/3)T20China won by 7 wickets
4 Jun 2025Hong Kong vs Japan(86/3 / 67/3)T20Hong Kong won by 19 runs
4 Jun 2025Philippines vs China(50/10 / 51/5)T20China won by 5 wickets
14 May 2025Japan vs Cook Islands(139/8 / 97/10)T20Japan won by 42 runs