Overview
Trent Bridge is a prominent cricket venue located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England, situated just across the River Trent from the city of Nottingham. The ground serves as the headquarters of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club and is a key fixture in the T20 Blast league. It has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches between 2014 and 2026, with the first recorded match taking place on 2014-05-16 and the most recent on 2026-05-31. The stadium has a capacity of 17500 spectators and features two distinct bowling ends: the Stuart Broad End and the Radcliffe Road End.
Nottinghamshire is the most active team at the venue, having played in all 88 matches recorded in the dataset. The ground has also hosted the Finals Day of the Twenty20 Cup twice and has been a venue for the One-Day Cup since 2021.
Statistical records at Trent Bridge highlight significant performances in the T20 Blast. The highest team total is 261/2, set by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. In the same match, SR Hain recorded the highest individual batting score of 112. Conversely, the lowest team total is 52/0, achieved by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22. The best bowling figures at the venue are 5/24, recorded by CJ McKay on 2015-06-05. These records underscore the venue's capacity for both high-scoring chases and dominant bowling displays within the T20 Blast format.
T20 Blast Team Records
Trent Bridge has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches, with Nottinghamshire being the most active team at the venue, appearing in all 88 fixtures. The ground's T20 Blast history spans from 16 May 2014 to 31 May 2026.
The highest team total recorded at Trent Bridge is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears against Nottinghamshire on 17 June 2022. This innings featured the highest individual batting score at the venue, with SR Hain scoring 112 runs. Conversely, the lowest team total is 52/0, set by Nottinghamshire against Northamptonshire on 22 July 2017.
In terms of bowling records, CJ McKay holds the best bowling figures at the ground with 5/24, recorded on 5 June 2015. These statistics highlight the varying conditions and performances across the venue's T20 Blast history.
What are the individual batting and bowling records at Trent Bridge?
Individual Batting and Bowling Records
Trent Bridge has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches since the venue's first game on 2014-05-16. The most recent match recorded at the ground took place on 2026-05-31. Nottinghamshire is the most active team at this venue, having played in all 88 matches.
The highest individual batting score at Trent Bridge is 112 runs, scored by SR Hain. This record was set on 2022-06-17. This performance contributed to the highest team total recorded at the venue, which is 261/2 by Birmingham Bears on the same date.
The best bowling figures at Trent Bridge are 5/24, achieved by CJ McKay. This performance occurred on 2015-06-05.
The lowest team total recorded at the venue is 52/0 by Nottinghamshire, set on 2017-07-22.
Venue Profile and History
Trent Bridge is a cricket ground located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England, situated just across the River Trent from the city of Nottingham. The venue serves as the headquarters of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club. It is a prominent fixture in English county cricket and has hosted international matches across Test and One-Day International formats. The ground has also hosted the Finals Day of the Twenty20 Cup on two occasions and has hosted the One-Day Cup since 2021.
The stadium has a capacity of 17,500 spectators. The playing surface is defined by two distinct ends: the Stuart Broad End and the Radcliffe Road End. Trent Bridge has been a regular venue for the T20 Blast league, with the first T20 match played at the ground in 2014. As of the most recent data, 88 T20 matches have been recorded at the venue, with the first match taking place on 2014-05-16 and the most recent on 2026-05-31.
Nottinghamshire is the most active team at the venue, having played in all 88 recorded matches. The ground has witnessed significant statistical extremes in T20 cricket. The highest team total recorded is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. Conversely, the lowest team total is 52/0, scored by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22.
Individual records at Trent Bridge highlight exceptional performances by both batters and bowlers. The highest individual batting score is 112, scored by SR Hain on 2022-06-17. The best bowling figures recorded at the venue are 5/24, achieved by CJ McKay on 2015-06-05. These statistics underscore the venue's role in producing high-scoring chases and dominant bowling spells in the T20 Blast format.
Pitch and Conditions
Trent Bridge, located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, serves as the home ground for Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club. The venue has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches since its first game on 2014-05-16, with the most recent contest recorded on 2026-05-31. Nottinghamshire is the most active team at the stadium, having played in all 88 matches. The ground features the Stuart Broad End and the Radcliffe Road End. Architectural highlights include the angled pavilion and the Fox Road stand, contributing to the venue's distinct atmosphere. The stadium has a capacity of 17500 spectators.
The pitch characteristics at Trent Bridge are reflected in the team totals recorded in the T20 Blast. The highest team total is 261/2, achieved by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. This score suggests a batting-friendly surface capable of supporting high-scoring encounters. Conversely, the lowest team total is 52/0, set by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22, indicating that the pitch can also offer significant challenges for the batting side depending on conditions. Individual performances have also been notable, with SR Hain scoring the highest individual batting score of 112 on 2022-06-17. In the bowling department, CJ McKay recorded the best bowling figures of 5/24 on 2015-06-05. These statistics highlight the variability of the Trent Bridge pitch, which can favor both batsmen and bowlers in different matches.
How does Trent Bridge compare to other T20 Blast grounds?
Trent Bridge has hosted 88 T20 Blast matches since its inaugural game on 2014-05-16, with the most recent contest recorded on 2026-05-31. Nottinghamshire is the most active team at the venue, having played in all 88 matches. The ground has a capacity of 17,500 spectators and features the Stuart Broad End and Radcliffe Road End.
The venue produces distinct scoring patterns. The highest team total is 261/2, set by the Birmingham Bears on 2022-06-17. This chase featured the highest individual batting score at the ground: 112 runs by SR Hain. In contrast, the lowest team total is 52/0, recorded by Nottinghamshire on 2017-07-22. This disparity highlights the variable nature of T20 Blast conditions at Trent Bridge, where totals can range from a dominant 261 to a defensive 52.
Bowling performances also stand out in the venue's history. The best bowling figures are 5/24, achieved by CJ McKay on 2015-06-05. These records define the statistical extremes at Trent Bridge. The data spans from 2014 to 2026, providing a comprehensive view of T20 Blast performance at this Nottinghamshire venue. The ground's role as a key T20 Blast location is underscored by its high match count and the variety of scores recorded over more than a decade of competition.
See also
- List of Cricket Grounds in England and Wales: T20 Blast Statistics
- T20 Blast Records at Trent Bridge: Statistics and Matchups
- T20 Blast records at The Rose Bowl, Southampton
- T20 Blast Records at Grace Road: Statistics and Venue Profile
- T20 Blast Records at The Rose Bowl: Statistics and Matchups
- T20 Blast records at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Hove