Perth Stadium, also known as Optus Stadium, is a world-class multi-purpose venue in Burswood, Perth, Western Australia, established in January 2018 after construction began in 2014. It serves as the primary cricket ground for international and domestic matches, including those of the Perth Scorchers and the Australian national team, replacing the historic WACA Ground. With a seating capacity of approximately 60,000 for cricket (expandable to 65,000 for rectangular sports and 70,000 for concerts), it features a “fans-first” design with over 85% of seats under a white fabric roof, large video screens, and accessibility options like wheelchair seating and a sensory room.
Optus Stadium’s fast, bouncy pitch is renowned, favoring pace bowlers, with boundaries ranging from 64 to 80 meters.
Perth Stadium Seating Plan
The seating plan for Perth Stadium (Optus Stadium) is designed to accommodate its multi-purpose use, with specific configurations for cricket matches that differ from those for other events, such as AFL or concerts. Below is a detailed overview of the seating layout for cricket events.
- Capacity: Approximately 60,000 for cricket matches, with a total capacity of 61,266 including standing room, and up to 70,000 for concerts with additional standing areas.
- Configuration: The stadium uses an oval configuration for cricket, with seating arranged around the field to optimize views of the pitch. The layout includes multiple tiers and stands, with distinct sections for general admission, premium seating, corporate suites, and accessible areas.
The seating arrangement for cricket matches is tailored to the oval field, with stands surrounding the pitch. The map highlights general stands, terrace seating, boxes, suites, and restricted areas. Unlike concerts, there’s no stage, so seating focuses on field views rather than a central stage.
Perth Stadium Seating Capacity
61,266 is the capacity of the ground, including standing room, making it Australia’s third-largest stadium after the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Stadium Australia.
- For cricket and AFL (oval configuration), the capacity is approximately 60,000.
- For rectangular sports (e.g., soccer, rugby), it can be extended to 65,000 seats.
- For concerts, the capacity can reach up to 70,000 with additional seating and standing areas.
History and Establishment
- Location: Burswood, Perth, Western Australia.
- Opening: Construction began in 2014 and was completed in late 2017, with the stadium officially opened on January 21, 2018.
- Purpose: A multi-purpose venue designed to host cricket, Australian rules football (AFL), rugby, soccer, and entertainment events like concerts. It replaced the older WACA Ground as the primary venue for international and domestic cricket in Perth.
- Awards: Recognized as the “Most Beautiful Stadium in the World” at the 2019 Prix Versailles international architecture awards and named “Venue of the Year” in 2022.
- Cricket History: Hosted its first international cricket match, a T20I between Australia and South Africa, in February 2018. The first Test match was played between Australia and India in December 2018, and it was also followed by a day/night Test match against New Zealand in December 2019.
Perth Stadium Ticket Prices
- General Information: Ticket prices for cricket matches at Perth Stadium vary based on the match format (Test, ODI, T20I, or Big Bash League), seat location, and whether it’s a general admission or premium seat. Tickets are typically sold through Ticketmaster or Ticketek, and prices may include public transport to the venue on match days.
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For general cricket matches, prices typically range from $30 for general admission to $70 or more for premium seating, depending on the event and stand type (e.g., terrace seating, corporate suites).
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Day 5 Test Match Tickets: For Test matches, if a fifth day is required, tickets are often priced at $10 for adults, with children aged 15 and under admitted free (though a ticket is still required).