The 2023 CBR Sport Awards is fast approaching and will be held at Manuka Oval on Thursday 23 November 2023. The annual gala awards celebrate the excellence, resilience, commitment and innovation achieved by sportspeople, volunteers and local sporting organisations and clubs. Tickets are now on sale to attend this special event and recognise the outstanding achievements by the ACT sport community over the past 12 months. Ticket link.

Canberra’s beloved Manuka Oval commemorates its 99th anniversary today, 12th July 2023. The storied ground has etched itself into the city’s identity, serving as a crucible for countless enthralling games and unforgettable sporting moments.

From its humble beginnings in 1924 to becoming the heart of Canberra’s sports scene, Manuka Oval’s journey mirrors the evolution of sports in the region. And it’s not just about the games; it’s about the community it has fostered, the spirit it has kindled, and the heroes it has created.

Looking ahead, Manuka Oval is all set to embark on its 100th year with renewed vigour and a commitment to being a boutique venue for elite sports. Next year we’ll invite you to be part of the next chapter in Manuka Oval’s celebrated history.

Cricket Australia has released the International schedule of matches for the upcoming 2023/2024 cricket season.

• Women’s International T20 Australia v South Africa Sat, 27 Jan 2024
• Women’s International T20 Australia v South Africa Sun, 28 Jan 2024
• Men’s International ODI Australia v West Indies Tue, 6 Feb 2024

“We’re so happy to be able to share Manuka Oval with the cricketing world again this coming season,” Cricket ACT CEO Olivia Thornton said.

“Canberra is home to one of the truly great boutique cricket grounds in the world, and we’re absolutely thrilled to have the South African Women backing up their World Cup Final appearance, as well as the return of the West Indies Men’s side for a second consecutive summer.

The Prime Minister’s XI match in December will be confirmed by Cricket Australia in due course.

Fans can secure early bird ticket prices by joining the Australian Cricket Family pre-sale that commences on Wednesday, 17 May. Cricket Australia is offering ACF members a 15% discount for tickets purchased in the presale on select seating categories. This offer will only apply in the pre-sale, before tickets go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, 6 June.

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Alex Ross from Sydney Thunder joins the Australian Cricketers’ Association Masters’ Tour of Canberra as they play an exhibition match against the ACT Masters on Friday 17 February at Manuka Oval.

That will be followed by another charity match between the ACT Chief Minister’s XI and Cricket ACT Chairman’s XI.

For more information about past players and celebrities, see the Canberra Times article BBL stars, legends and Yellow Wiggle Greg Page heading to Canberra for ACA Masters Tour weekend in February