The Oval, known for sponsorship reasons as the Kia Oval, is an international cricket ground in Kennington, in the London Borough of Lambeth, in south London. The Oval has been the home ground of Surrey County Cricket Club since it was opened in 1845. It was the first ground in England to host international Test cricket in September 1880. The final Test match of the English season is traditionally played there. In addition to cricket, The Oval has hosted a number of other historically significant sporting events. In 1870, it staged England's first international football match, versus Scotland. It hosted the first FA Cup final in 1872, as well as those between 1874 and 1892. In 1876, it held both the England v. Wales and England v. Scotland rugby international matches and, in 1877, rugby's first varsity match. It also hosted the final of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy.
| Location | Kennington, London |
| Establishment | 1845 |
| Capacity | 25,500 |
| Owner | Duchy of Cornwall |
| Operator | Surrey County Cricket Club |
| First Test | 6–8 September 1880: England v Australia |
| Last Test | 12–16 September 2019: England v Australia |
| First ODI | 7 September 1973: England v West Indies |
| Last ODI | 1 July 2021: England v Sri Lanka |
| First T20I | 28 June 2007: England v West Indies |
| Last T20I | 20 May 2014: England v Sri Lanka |
About The Oval
Tyler Perry series about a newly elected US President and his family moving into the White House. It also detailed the everyday lives of the staff within the iconic residence.
Achievement of The Oval
Perry was the show's creator, writer, director and producer. He executive produced the show with Michelle Sneed and Mark E. Swinton.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About The Oval
Archbishop Tenison's School – a historic school located next to the ground, often used as a vantage point for TV cameras and crews.. Gasworks Gallery, next to the ground.. History of Test cricket from 1877 to 1883 - Test matches in the period 1877 to 1883 were organised somewhat differently from international cricket matches today.. History of Test cricket from 1884 to 1889 - The history of Test cricket between 1884 and 1889 was one of English dominance over the Australians. England won every Test series that was played. The period also saw the first use of the word"Test" to describe a form of cricket when the Press used it in 1885.. History of Test cricket from 1890 to 1900 - Test matches in the 19th century were somewhat different affairs than what they are today. Many of them were not designated as Test matches for many years afterwards, and it is possible that some Test players never knew they had played in a Test.. FA Cup Final venues.. Test cricket grounds in England.. Cricket in London.. Defunct rugby union venues in England.. Kennington.. Cricket grounds in London.. Australian rules football grounds.. Defunct football venues in England.
