New Zealand Cricket supports Western Springs becoming Cricket's home in Auckland

Regional Facilities Auckland has proposed the stadium be developed into a world class cricket ground, once it's phased out as a motorsport venue.

In its submission to Auckland Council, New Zealand Cricket says Auckland is currently missing out significantly on international cricket exposure due, primarily to the lack of a cost-effective, financially-viable venue.

NZC says developing a fit-for-purpose, yet multi-use cricket venue is as essential for bringing more tests, ODIs, and Twenty20 internationals to Auckland, as well as upcoming tournaments of significance such as the women's world cup.