Looking for a fun, fast-paced way to play cricket on the Gold Coast? Indoor cricket is a great option for friends, workmates, families and anyone looking for a social sport that keeps everyone involved.
At Gold Coast Indoor Sport in Ashmore, our indoor cricket competitions are designed to be fast, social and enjoyable, with games taking just over an hour. Competitions run on Tuesday and Thursday, making it easy to fit a game into your week without giving up your entire evening.
Whether you’re an experienced cricketer or have never played indoor cricket before, here’s everything you need to know about playing indoor cricket on the Gold Coast.
What is indoor cricket?
Indoor cricket is a faster version of traditional cricket played inside a fully enclosed court.
Unlike outdoor cricket, you don’t have to spend an entire Saturday at the cricket ground. An indoor cricket match is completed in approximately 65 minutes, making it a convenient option for people who want to play sport while still having time for work, family and social commitments.
One of the best things about indoor cricket is that everyone gets involved.
Players have the opportunity to bat and bowl, meaning you’re not sitting on the sidelines for long periods of the game.
Where can you play indoor cricket on the Gold Coast?
Gold Coast Indoor Sport is located at 9 Dominions Road, Ashmore, making it convenient for players across the Gold Coast and surrounding suburbs.
Our centre is family owned and managed, with a relaxed atmosphere where the focus is on enjoying your sport and having a good time with your team.
If you’re looking for indoor cricket near me, our Ashmore location is an easy option for players from suburbs across the central Gold Coast.
Who can play indoor cricket?
You don’t need to be an elite cricketer to play.
Indoor cricket is suitable for a range of experience levels, with graded competitions helping teams play against others of a similar standard.
It’s a great choice for:
Friends wanting a regular social activity
Workmates looking for a team sport
Experienced cricket players
People getting back into sport
Beginners wanting to try something new
Groups looking for a fun weekly activity
Players who enjoy a bit of friendly competition
If you’re searching for social cricket on the Gold Coast, indoor cricket can be a great way to combine sport, competition and time with your mates.
How many players are in an indoor cricket team?
Indoor cricket teams generally have 8 players.
Teams can still take the court with a minimum of 6 players, although the opposition can choose which players bat and bowl in place of the missing players.
That means it’s worth getting your full team organised before the season starts.
And if you don’t have a full team, don’t worry. Individual players and groups can register their details and the centre can work to find an appropriate team for them.
How long does an indoor cricket game take?
One of the biggest advantages of indoor cricket is how quickly a game moves.
Matches take approximately 65 minutes, with each innings lasting around 30–35 minutes.
That makes indoor cricket ideal if you want to play sport without spending several hours at the venue.
You can finish your game and still have time to catch up with your teammates afterwards.
How much does indoor cricket cost?
At Gold Coast Indoor Sport, the current match fee is:
$136 per team per match
There is no membership or registration fee.
The full team fee is payable even if your team has fewer than 8 players on the night.
For groups looking for an affordable way to play regular social sport, indoor cricket can be a simple way to get everyone together each week.
What equipment do you need?
You don’t need to arrive with a full cricket kit.
Players need a bat, gloves and protector, and equipment can be purchased or borrowed from Gold Coast Indoor Sport.
That makes getting started much easier, particularly if you’re new to indoor cricket.
When is indoor cricket played?
Gold Coast Indoor Sport currently runs senior indoor cricket competitions on:
Tuesday evenings
Thursday evenings
If you’re trying to find an indoor cricket competition on the Gold Coast, these competitions are a great way to get your regular game organised.
Why play indoor cricket instead of outdoor cricket?
Indoor cricket offers a completely different experience.
There’s no need to worry about spending an entire day at the cricket ground, and everyone stays involved throughout the match.
It’s fast.
It’s social.
It’s competitive.
And it’s easy to fit into a busy week.
For friends and workmates, it can also become a regular social event rather than simply another sporting commitment.
Ready to get your team together?
If you’ve been searching for indoor cricket Gold Coast, indoor cricket Ashmore, or social cricket Gold Coast, why not get your mates together and give it a go?
Gold Coast Indoor Sport offers indoor cricket competitions every Tuesday and Thursday at our Ashmore centre.
Get your team together and contact Gold Coast Indoor Sport today.
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Located at 9 Dominions Road, Ashmore, Gold Coast Indoor Sport also offers indoor netball and indoor soccer.