Saxton Oval
[1] The ground was constructed by the Nelson Cricket Association following their move from Trafalgar Park, at a cost of $3.8 million.The Oval is part of a wider sports complex which also offers athletics, association football, field hockey and softball facilities.[6] The cricket oval was used as a base during the 2011 Rugby Union World Cup by the national teams of Italy and Australia.[8][needs update] On 4 January 2014, Nelson hosted its first men's one day international match when West Indies played New Zealand.[9] On 29 December 2017, Nelson hosted its first men's T20 international match when West Indies played New Zealand.