The Rose Bowl

The Rose Bowl
City: Southampton
Country: England
Capacity: 15000
History
Fixtures

Nestled amidst the picturesque surroundings of Hampshire, The Rose Bowl, also known as the Ageas Bowl, is a modern cricket ground located in Southampton, England. Established fairly recently in 2001, it has quickly become one of the country’s premier cricket venues. Over the years, The Rose Bowl has undergone several upgrades, with the most significant renovations occurring in 2009 and onwards, enhancing its facilities to accommodate international standards. These upgrades included the construction of a state-of-the-art pavilion, increased seating, and improved amenities. Today, the stadium boasts a seating capacity of around 15,000, which can be expanded for major events.

The venue serves as the home ground for Hampshire County Cricket Club. The club, rich in tradition and history within English county cricket, adds a touch of local flavour to the stadium's otherwise modern appeal. Regularly playing here are the Hampshire Hawks, who participate in various domestic competitions, bringing local fans together to support their beloved team.

The Rose Bowl has played host to a plethora of notable cricketing events, both international and domestic. It has seen thrilling encounters during the ICC Cricket World Cup, hosting matches in the 2019 tournament. Notably, it was the stage for high-octane clashes that left the crowd on the edge of their seats, reflecting the ground's growing reputation on the world cricket map.

The pitch at The Rose Bowl has a reputation for being balanced, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers, although it can often favour seamers given the English weather and conditions. This tends to make for intriguing matches, where strategy and skill are always in the foreground.

Architecturally, The Rose Bowl is a gem with its sweeping, sloped rooflines and the backdrop of lush greenery that makes for a scenic viewing experience. The venue is easily accessible from Southampton city centre, located just a few miles away. Visitors can reach the stadium via public transport, with numerous bus and rail options available, or by car, with plentiful parking space provided. For fans, there's a range of facilities, including numerous food and drink outlets, ensuring that matchdays are thoroughly enjoyable.

All in all, The Rose Bowl isn’t just about modern comfort; it’s an arena where local passion and international stars come together, offering a thoroughly English cricketing experience that’s as genuine as the sport itself.

Regular Season, 19th Match, The Hundred - August 18, 2025
Southern Brave
133/10 (16.2)
Oval Invincibles
134/3 (14.5)
Oval Invincibles won by 7 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Sam Curran
Regular Season, 19th Match, The Women's Hundred - August 18, 2025
Southern Brave W
161/6 (16.4)
Oval Invincibles W
72/10 (13.5)
Southern Brave W won by 89 runs
Player of the Match
Sophie Devine
Regular Season, 11th Match, The Hundred - August 13, 2025
Southern Brave
139/5 (16.4)
Northern Superchargers
141/7 (16.4)
Northern Superchargers won by 3 wickets (with 0 ball remaining)
Player of the Match
Graham Clark
Regular Season, 11th Match, The Women's Hundred - August 13, 2025
Southern Brave W
103/2 (13.5)
Northern Superchargers W
102/10 (16.4)
Southern Brave W won by 8 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Sophie Devine
Regular Season, 7th Match, The Hundred - August 10, 2025
Southern Brave
109/1 (13.3)
Birmingham Phoenix
106/7 (16.4)
Southern Brave won by 9 wickets (with 19 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Michael Bracewell
Regular Season, 7th Match, The Women's Hundred - August 10, 2025
Southern Brave W
139/7 (16.4)
Birmingham Phoenix W
124/10 (16.3)
Southern Brave W won by 15 runs
Player of the Match
Sophie Devine
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - July 22, 2025
Hampshire
454/10 (178.3)
Nottinghamshire
578/8 (132.3) & 108/1 (34)
Match drawn
India Women tour of England, 1st ODI, One Day International Women - July 16, 2025
England W
258/6 (50)
India W
262/6 (48.2)
India W won by 4 wickets (with 10 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Deepti Sharma
South Group, South Group, T20 Blast - July 13, 2025
Hampshire
171/4 (17.2)
Sussex
167/7 (20)
Hampshire won by 6 wickets (with 16 balls remaining)
South Group, South Group, T20 Blast - July 10, 2025
Hampshire
208/4 (20)
Glamorgan
113/10 (18.5)
Hampshire won by 95 runs

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