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St George's Park, Gqeberha

St George's Park is South Africa's oldest Test ground, hosting its first Test in 1889. It is famous for the brass band that plays throughout the day and for its relaxed, festival atmosphere.

  • Capacity (approx.)19,000
  • Altitude (approx.)30 m
  • Nearest airportChief Dawid Stuurman International (PLZ), about 5 km
  • Time zoneUTC+2 (IST −3:30)

It hosted a 2003 World Cup semi-final and in 2027 stages South Africa v England, England v New Zealand and three Super 7 matches.

Matches at St George's Park

Sat 16 OctM20Group BSouth AfricavsEnglandSt George's ParkGqeberha (Port Elizabeth)12:30 PM local4:00 PM IST D/NSat 23 OctM31Group BEnglandvsNew ZealandSt George's ParkGqeberha (Port Elizabeth)10:00 AM local1:30 PM ISTTue 26 OctM35Super 7New Zealand B1vsPakistan A3St George's ParkGqeberha (Port Elizabeth)10:00 AM local1:30 PM ISTTue 9 NovM49Super 7South Africa B2vsAustralia A2St George's ParkGqeberha (Port Elizabeth)12:30 PM local4:00 PM IST D/NThu 11 NovM51Super 7India A1vsEngland AB4St George's ParkGqeberha (Port Elizabeth)10:00 AM local1:30 PM IST

Pitch and conditions

Often slower than other South African pitches. Strong coastal winds can be a factor.

Weather in October & November

Mild, 20–24°C, and usually windy. Gqeberha is nicknamed 'the Windy City'.

Getting there

The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International (PLZ), about 5 km. Book accommodation early for match days: Gqeberha hotels fill quickly around big fixtures, especially at weekends.

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