We know how important it is to have a surface with consistent ball travel. Our artificial cricket turf performs better than ordinary grass or concrete. We can also install a ShockPad underlay that improves safety and lets us control ball bounce so that it travels predictably every time.
SmartGrass for Sports
Cricket Pitch Turf
Consistent pace and bounce, without the rain delays or wicket prep. SmartGrass gives New Zealand clubs and schools a pitch that's ready to play, every match day.
Artificial Cricket Pitch Turf Designed for Consistent Performance
If inconsistent bounce and ball speed are holding your team back, and maintaining your pitch feels like a full-time job, it may be time to consider a smarter solution. SmartGrass works with schools and sporting clubs across New Zealand to deliver premium artificial cricket pitches built for reliable performance at every level, from grassroots to elite.
Our cricket turf systems are engineered to withstand intense play while maintaining a consistent, predictable surface that builds player confidence. Unlike other pitches, performance doesn’t shift with the weather or deteriorate after heavy use.
Avoid cracking, wear and seasonal downtime, and upgrade to a cricket pitch designed for year-round training and competition.
Why choose SmartGrass for your Cricket Turf in NZ?
Highest Quality Sports Turf in NZ
Made for High Intensity Use
Free, No Obligation Quote & Design Service
Full Project Management
Preferred Supplier to Ministry of Education
Up to 10 Year Warranty
Reliable Ball Bounce and Predictable Surface Performance
Training the techniques over and over becomes a challenge when your surface is inconsistent or susceptible to damage. Using a premium artificial cricket pitch turf lets your team improve their skills with predictable results. Batsmen can face consistent bowling to practice shots, and bowlers don’t have to contend with inconvenient cracks and bumps affecting their accuracy.
SmartGrass is the smart choice for your cricket club or school, especially if you’re replacing existing concrete areas. There’s no need for full removal; we can install directly over the current surface, transforming underused space into a high-performance cricket facility.
Durable Cricket Turf for Schools, Clubs, and Community Use
Anyone who’s managed a cricket pitch knows the feeling, you start the season with a surface in great shape, and by the time the finals come around, the crease is worn through, the run-up is uneven, and you’re already dreading what it’s going to take to get it back.
SmartGrass breaks that cycle. Whether it’s an outdoor club pitch, a school oval, a community ground, or an indoor batting cage or practice facility, you get a surface that holds its quality from the first match of the season to the last and well beyond. No re-seeding. No watering schedules. No post-season repair jobs. Just a reliable, high-performance cricket pitch that’s ready whenever your players are.
Keeping it that way is straightforward too, clear away debris and brush the surface periodically to lift the fibres, and your pitch will look and perform at its best for years to come.
All SmartGrass Sports Turf is accredited by World Sport Governing Bodies
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Cricket Pitch Turf Range
SmartGrass isn’t a one-size-fits-all product. Our cricket turf range includes high-performance systems tailored to different environments and levels of play. Active 12 is ideal for both indoor and outdoor cricket, delivering consistent speed and durability, and unlike competitors who paint their markings on, SmartGrass offers custom cut-in line markings and logos that are built directly into the surface. Available in a range of colours to suit your facility, it’s a finish that looks sharper and lasts longer.
Discover More Sports Turf Options
Whether you’re protecting a design vision or handing over on spec, our team helps you specify the right evergreen surface for the job. Built for high-traffic commercial spaces and engineered to stay greener season after season, SmartGrass delivers a finish your clients notice – backed by people who’ve installed across all kinds of demanding environments.
Designed for New Zealand Fields
We’re proudly New Zealand-owned and operated. Our range is designed for Kiwi cricketers to make the most of their fields. With showrooms in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, our team is always nearby to discuss your project.
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Common Questions
How durable is artificial cricket turf during a busy season?
Unlike ordinary grass or low quality astroturf, which becomes more damaged as the season continues, SmartGrass will hold up to even the most high-impact play. A simple brush between matches is all it takes to keep your pitch looking world-class for years. Active 12’s texturised monofilament (TMF) construction uses significantly less sand than conventional surfaces, so upkeep stays minimal.
Is artificial grass suitable for cricket pitches?
In most cases, not only is SmartGrass a suitable cricket pitch option, but it’s a significant upgrade to durability and longevity. Our Active 12 turf is specifically designed to give you a surface that can handle intense wear and tear while maintaining fast ball speed for any sport.