Biggest Backyard Cricket Bash on Sunday 11 October 2026
The backyard game played on the world’s best stage!
Step up to the crease this October for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play cricket on the iconic Adelaide Oval, all while making a real difference for South Australians.
Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation and Cancer Council SA are excited to offer this exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 10 lucky corporate teams to play in the first-ever Biggest Backyard Cricket Tournament on the legendary Adelaide Oval.
Backed by SACA, this is your chance to combine your love of cricket with a powerful cause, raising vital funds for two life-changing missions. Don’t miss this chance to leave a lasting impact!
What's involved
The Biggest Backyard Cricket Tournament is a full-day experience with teams taking part in a round-robin T10 competition on Adelaide Oval, with the top two teams battling it out in a grand final on the centre wicket.
Teams will compete in two groups of five, with each side playing four rounds each.
Each round will feature four matches played simultaneously across multiple pitches on Adelaide Oval, creating a festival atmosphere of continuous cricket action.
Only two teams will make it to the tournament’s showcase decider, battling it out in a grand final played alongside South Australian cricket legends on the iconic centre wicket at Adelaide Oval. You’ll get to play on the same stage as Australian cricket legends like Travis Head and Ricky Ponting have made history.
All funds raised through the Biggest Backyard Cricket Bash fund life-changing mental health and cancer research.
A gourmet BBQ lunch and refreshments will be provided throughout the day by Adelaide Oval.
Sign up for this October and play on the world's best stage
Expressions of interest are now open with only 10 spots available, so get in quick or miss out.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Biggest Backyard Cricket Tournament is a full-day cricket experience hosted at Adelaide Oval, featuring 10 teams competing in a fast-paced round-robin T10 competition across multiple pitches.
Teams will be split into two groups of five. Each team will play four round-robin matches throughout the day, with matches played simultaneously across Adelaide Oval to create a festival-style atmosphere of continuous cricket action.
Every team is guaranteed four T10 matches during the round-robin stage.
The top-performing team from each group will advance to the tournament’s grand final match on the iconic centre wicket at Adelaide Oval.
Yes. South Australian cricket legends will be involved in the grand final experience, giving participants the opportunity to share the field with some of the state’s cricketing greats.
All matches will be played in a T10 (10 overs) format, delivering fast-paced and exciting cricket throughout the day.
Yes. A gourmet BBQ lunch and refreshments will be provided by Adelaide Oval throughout the event day.
Yes. Supporters and guests are welcome to attend and enjoy the festival atmosphere across Adelaide Oval.
Players should bring appropriate clothing and footwear, a broad-brimmed or bucket hat and sunglasses. SPF 50 or 50+ sunscreen will be provided on the day.
Teams are encouraged to register 10 players per team.
Event organisers will communicate any schedule changes or contingency plans directly to participating teams if weather impacts play.
The Biggest Backyard Cricket Tournament offers participants the rare opportunity to play multiple matches on the grounds of Adelaide Oval, culminating in a grand final on the centre wicket in a premium festival-style cricket experience.
