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MATCH DAY GUIDE: VICTORIA v NSW

September 22, 2026

Category: Junction Oval, News, Victorian Men's Cricket Team,

Friday, 25 September | Junction Oval

First ball: 2:00 PM | Gates open: 1:00 PM

History will be made at Junction Oval as Victoria hosts arch-rivals New South Wales in the first match ever played under lights at the venue.

Get down to the Junction and be part of a historic afternoon and evening of Dean Jones Trophy cricket as the Vics take on NSW.

ENTRY & TICKETING

Public gates open at 1:00PM.

All patrons must have a valid ticket to enter Junction Oval.

Tickets can be purchased directly via Eventfinda – Purchase Tickets

We encourage supporters to arrive early ahead of the 2:00 PM first ball.

MEMBERS

Melbourne Stars, Renegades and MCC members must redeem a ticket to access the match

Eligible members can access a $0 member redemption online. Ticketing information and promotional codes have been distributed directly to members.

For assistance with member ticketing, please contact vca@cricketvictoria.com.au

Members of the general public must also purchase a ticket to gain entry.

SEATING

Patrons are encouraged to bring their own seating or a picnic rug and set up on the grassed areas around the oval.

Available grandstand seating is unreserved and will be allocated on a first-in, first-served basis.

PARKING

Very limited on-street parking is available around the Fitzroy Street / Lakeside Drive / Junction Oval precinct.

Please check and adhere to local street signage and parking restrictions.

Due to limited parking, Cricket Victoria strongly recommends using public transport where possible.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Tram — Route 16

Route 16 runs along Fitzroy Street, with the Princes Street / Fitzroy Street stop approximately a three-minute walk from Junction Oval.

From the city, catch Route 16 from Flinders Street towards St Kilda.

Tram — Route 96

Route 96 can be caught from the city via Southern Cross Station towards St Kilda.

Alight at the Canterbury Road / Fitzroy Street stop, approximately a five-minute walk from Junction Oval.

Train — Sandringham Line

Alight at Windsor Station.

Junction Oval is approximately a 15–20 minute walk from the station via Peel Street.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Food and beverage facilities will be available on site throughout the match.

Patrons are welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks; however, BYO alcohol is prohibited.

Junction Oval is a cashless venue, with card payments only.

MERCHANDISE

Victorian Cricket Team, Melbourne Stars & Renegades merchandise will be available for purchase from Cricket Victoria reception on match day.

VICTORIAN CRICKET EXHIBITION

While you’re at the Junction, take the opportunity to explore the free Victorian Cricket exhibition, located opposite Cricket Victoria reception.

Relive some of the greatest moments in Victorian cricket history and celebrate the players and moments that have shaped the game in our state.

HiTZ TASTER SESSIONS

Enjoy a free HiTZ taster Session at the One Day Cup match between Victoria and New South Wales! Visit us in the indoor nets for a shared batting session, between 3pm-8pm on the match day.

Protective equipment will be available for loan use at the HiTZ nets.

Already Booked?
Get free entry to the match for any HiTZ Junction Oval booking made on Friday 25 September.

PETS

Pets are not permitted at Junction Oval.

Registered assistance dogs are welcome.

SMOKING

Junction Oval is a strictly non-smoking venue.

BROADCAST

Can’t make it to the Junction?

The match will be available to watch live via Kayo Sports and cricket.com.au.

MATCH DETAILS

Victoria v New South Wales
Friday, 25 September
Junction Oval
Gates open: 1:00PM
First ball: 2:00 PM

Be there as history is made under lights at the Junction.