Ordering artificial grass for a cricket pitch is not like ordering for football or tennis. The ICC match strip is just 20.12 m × 3.05 M — only 61 M². But a 6-lane practice facility? That is 436 M². A box cricket court? 500 M². The same sport, UN 700% difference in order quantity.
Most buyers get this wrong. They search “cricket pitch size,” find 22 yards × 10 piedi, order one roll, and discover it covers only the center strip — with nothing left for run-ups, practice lanes, or the crease markings.
This guide gives you the exact m², roll count, sand tonnage, and FOB cost for every type of cricket project. Use the calculator for instant numbers, or read on for the full breakdown by project type.
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What "Campo da cricket" Means for Your Order
La più grande fonte di confusione in un ordine di erba artificiale per il cricket è la portata. Quando un acquirente dice "Mi serve un campo da cricket," il fornitore non può sapere se ciò significa a 32 M² striscia scolastica o a 10,000 M² campo esterno. Le due citazioni differiscono di oltre 300×, e indovinare male fa sprecare settimane di tempo di produzione e spedizione.
Prima di richiedere un prezzo, è necessario definire esattamente quale dei cinque tipi di ambito si applica. Ognuno guida una quantità completamente diversa, altezza del mucchio, carico di riempimento, e metodo di spedizione. Questo è anche il motivo per cui abbiamo creato la calcolatrice sopra — si ramifica automaticamente in base al tipo di progetto.
UN "campo da cricket" può significare cinque cose molto diverse:
- La striscia del campo della partita (22 iarde × 10 piedi) — la piccola area di gioco centrale dove la palla viene lanciata e rimbalza.
- Una pista da allenamento non erbosa (più piccolo, per scuole e associazioni) — a reduced-cost synthetic strip for training.
- Practice net lanes (multiple parallel strips for training) — the most common B2B order for clubs.
- Box cricket / indoor facility (the entire enclosed playing area) — the fastest-growing segment in South Asia.
- The full ground outfield (the entire field carpeted) — very rare and expensive for artificial grass.
| Tipo di progetto | Typical Area | Order Qty (+10%) | FOB Cost Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Pitch Strip | 61 M² | 67 M² | $810 – $2,363 |
| Practice Strip (Non-Turf) | 32 M² | 36 M² | $427 – $1,246 |
| Net Lanes (4-lane) | 264 M² | 290 M² | $3,480 – $10,150 |
| Box Cricket / Al coperto | 400 – 600 M² | 440 – 660 M² | $5,280 – $23,100 |
| Full Outfield (rare) | 10,000+ M² | 11,000+ M² | $132,000+ |
The ICC Match Pitch Strip: 22 Yards of Precision
Under the MCC Laws of Cricket, the pitch is defined as 22 iarde (20.12M) lungo e 10 piedi (3.05M) Largo. That works out to just 61.37 M² — a remarkably small area that nonetheless demands the most exacting manufacturing tolerance in the entire sports-surface industry.
This central strip is the only area that truly requires specialized cricket-grade artificial grass. The surface must deliver consistent ball bounce over its full length, because inconsistent bounce directly affects batting and bowling performance. A dense, low-pile carpet (typically 8mm) keeps the ball speed predictable off the surface.
Lunghezza: 22 yards = 20.12 M
Larghezza: 10 feet = 3.05 M
Surface area: 61.37 M²
Non-turf minimum (ECB/MCC): 17.68M × 1.83m = 32.4 M²
Recommended pile height: 8 mm
Includes crease markings: popping crease, bowling crease, return crease (ICC-spec white)
The non-turf (sintetico) practice minimum per ECB/MCC guidelines is smaller: 17.68M × 1.83m = 32.4 M². This reduced footprint is what most schools and local clubs actually order, because it delivers genuine match-feel practice at a fraction of the full-strip cost.
Every match strip must also include the full set of crease markings — the popping crease, bowling crease, and return crease. These are either pre-fabricated into the carpet during production or painted on-site to ICC specification in white.
Practice Net Lanes: The Most Common B2B Order
If you supply cricket facilities, practice net lanes are your bread and butter. Most clubs, academies, and schools do not need a match strip at all — they need a multi-lane training facility where several players can bat and bowl simultaneously behind nets. This is the most common commercial order in the cricket artificial grass market.
A standard practice lane is 22m long × 3m wide = 66 M² per lane. Lanes are laid parallel to each other, separated by netting, which means rolls can be run lengthwise for efficient material usage. Typical installations use 2, 3, 4, O 6 lanes depending on available space and budget.
| Lane Count | Surface Area | Order Qty (+10%) | Rotoli (4M×25M) | FOB Cost Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Lane | 66 M² | 73 M² | 1 | $876 – $2,555 |
| 2 Lanes | 132 M² | 145 M² | 2 | $1,740 – $5,075 |
| 3 Lanes | 198 M² | 218 M² | 3 | $2,616 – $7,630 |
| 4 Lanes | 264 M² | 290 M² | 3 | $3,480 – $10,150 |
| 6 Lanes | 396 M² | 436 M² | 5 | $5,232 – $15,260 |
Practice surfaces do not need the match-grade 8mm pile. A 12mm pile height is the industry standard for lanes — it offers slightly more cushioning for repeated use, accepts sand infill well, and costs less per m² del fitto tappeto a strisce di fiammiferi.
Box Cricket Quantities: m², Rotoli & Sand for Enclosed Courts
Box cricket — corti chiuse dove l'intero pavimento è rivestito di moquette — richiede il più grande ordine di erba artificiale di qualsiasi tipo di progetto di cricket dopo la moquette esterna completa. L'area di gioco non è una striscia stretta ma un rettangolo intero, il che significa che la quantità dell'ordine rivaleggia con quella di un piccolo campo da calcio.
Le dimensioni standard del box cricket vanno da 25–30m lungo × 15–20m di larghezza. La configurazione più comune è 28M × 18m = 504 m². Perché la superficie vede scivolare e girare in più direzioni, ne usa 12–15mm anziché la specifica della striscia di corrispondenza da 8 mm, ciò significa un peso del materiale leggermente maggiore per m².
| Dimensioni della scatola | Superficie (m²) | Order Qty (+10%) | Rotoli | Sabbia (5 kg/m²) | Costo FOB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25m×15 m (piccolo) | 375 | 413 | 5 | 1.9 T | $4,956 – $14,455 |
| 28m×18 m (standard) | 504 | 554 | 6 | 2.5 T | $6,648 – $19,390 |
| 30m×20m (grande) | 600 | 660 | 7 | 3.0 T | $7,920 – $23,100 |
Perché le superfici del box cricket utilizzano gli stessi rotoli di produzione larghi 4 metri di ogni altro sport, il fattore spreco su 15–20m width is similar to padel: 3–5 strips cut from rolls, with offcut reduced by factory pre-cutting. For a standard 28m × 18m box, factory pre-cutting drops the order from 7 rolls to 6.
From 4m Roll to 3.05m Strip: Material Yield & Sciupare
The ICC match strip is 3.05m wide, but the production roll is 4m wide. That 0.95m difference — nearly a full meter of excess — is the single biggest source of waste in a cricket grass order if not managed correctly. Understanding the yield math tells you exactly how many strips one roll produces.
From a standard 4M × 25m roll (100 m²), the factory can cut:
| Item | Width Needed | Strips per Roll | Usable m² | Sciupare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match strip (ICC) | 3.05M | 1 strip | ~61 m² | ~39% |
| Practice lane | 3.00M | 1 strip | ~66 m² | ~34% |
| Box cricket (28×18m) | 4.0M (full) | 4.5 strips | ~90 m² | ~10% |
This is why a single match strip (61 m²) requires a full 100 m² roll — the 0.95m width excess is unavoidable offcut. The factory can use that offcut material for crease marking inserts or approach strips, but it cannot be joined to make a second full strip. For multi-lane facilities, the waste drops because lanes are laid side by side and the 4m roll width is closer to the 3m lane width, leaving only 1m of offcut per roll.
1 match strip: 1 rotolo (61 m² usable of 100 m²)
2 practice lanes: 2 rotoli (132 m² usable of 200 m²)
4 practice lanes: 3 rotoli (264 m² usable of 300 m²) — offcut from lanes 1–3 feeds lane 4
Box cricket (504 m²): 6 rolls pre-cut (554 m² ordered) — best yield ratio
Sample PO: A 6-Lane Cricket Academy — Complete BOM
To show how every quantity in this guide fits together, here is the complete bill of materials for a 6-lane practice facility — the most common B2B cricket order for academies and clubs.
| Line Item | Calculation | Quantity | FOB Unit Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricket carpet (12mm) | 66 m² × 6 × 1.10 | 436 m² | $12 – $28/m² |
| Pre-cut rolls | 436 ÷ 100 | 5 rotoli | included |
| Shockpad (optional) | 66 m² × 6 | 396 m² | $4 – $8/m² |
| Silica sand infill | 396 m² × 5 kg/m² | 1,980 kg (2.0 T) | $80 – $150/ton |
| Seaming tape + adesivo | ~5 joints × 22m | ~110 m + 30 kg | $100 – $180 |
| Crease line set (optional) | 6 sets | 6 sets | $30 – $60/set |
Total carpet: 436 m² (5 rotoli, pre-cut)
Total sand: ~2 tons
Total weight: ~2.6 tons (carpet + sabbia)
Estimated FOB (carpet only): $5,232 – $12,208
Spedizione: LCL consolidation
Production lead time: 10–20 giorni
When your purchase order carries these exact line items, the factory confirms pricing, produzione, and shipping in a single response — no clarification rounds, no quantity surprises at delivery.
Peso, Containers & Spedizione
Cricket artificial grass ships by several methods depending on total weight. A single match strip is light enough for air freight, while a full multi-lane or box cricket order quickly fills an LCL (less-than-container-load) consolidation. Getting the shipping method right early prevents costly last-minute re-quoting.
| Project Scope | Carpet Weight | + Sand Infill | Total | Metodo di spedizione |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match Strip Only | ~100 kg | ~0.3 tons | ~400 kg | Air freight or LCL |
| 4-Lane Practice | ~500 kg | ~1.5 tons | ~2 tons | LCL |
| Box Cricket | ~1 ton | ~3 tons | ~4 tons | LCL or 20ft container |
| Full Outfield (rare) | 10+ tons | 50+ tons | 60+ tons | 40contenitore quartier generale da piedi(S) |
Note that sand infill is the heaviest component by far. Some buyers source silica sand locally at the destination to avoid shipping bulk weight internationally — this can cut shipping costs significantly on larger orders. Confirm with your supplier whether infill is included in the FOB quote or sourced separately.
Ordering Mistakes That Cost You m² and Money
Most cricket artificial grass problems are not product failures — they are quantity errors made at the purchase order stage. Review each one before you confirm your order.
61 m² covers only the ICC match strip. If your facility needs net practice, you need 66 m² per lane — and most clubs order 4–6 lanes, meaning 264–396 m². Ordering the match strip size for a practice facility leaves you with a tiny carpet and empty lanes.
A bowler needs 5–10m of run-up before the pitch starts. If you order exactly 22m per lane with no approach allowance, the lane is too short for realistic fast-bowling practice. Add 3–5m per lane, or your order is functionally incomplete.
Match-grade strips require a shockpad beneath the carpet. If it is not in the purchase order, the installer arrives with carpet but no impact layer — the surface feels hard, non soddisfa gli standard di prestazione, e il progetto si blocca mentre viene effettuato un ordine separato di shockpad.
Un 4m × 25Il rotolo da m copre una striscia di corrispondenza (3.05m di larghezza) con circa il 39% di rifiuti. Se ordini solo un rotolo per una striscia, IL 39 m² di scarto vengono solitamente scartati. Chiedere alla fabbrica di utilizzare il ritaglio per gli inserti di piega, strisce di avvicinamento, o patch di ricambio — ricavare materiale utilizzabile dai rifiuti.
Il cricket in scatola costa 400–600 m² — quasi 10× la striscia della partita. Acquirenti che assumono "un campo da cricket" e budget per 61 m² subiscono uno shock quando lo richiede l'effettiva area chiusa 500+ m² di moquette più 2.5 tonnellate di sabbia. Conferma sempre il tipo di progetto e l'impronta esatta prima di richiedere un preventivo.
Domande frequenti
Le domande seguenti riguardano le specifiche che gli acquirenti chiedono più spesso prima di effettuare un ordine di erba artificiale per cricket. For products beyond cricket, see our full range of sports surface solutions.
What is the standard size of a cricket pitch?
The official size defined by the ICC and MCC Laws of Cricket is 22 iarde (20.12M) lungo e 10 piedi (3.05M) Largo, giving a surface area of 61.37 M² for the match pitch strip.
How much artificial grass do I need for a practice net lane?
A standard practice lane is 22m × 3m = 66 M². Aggiungere 10% for cutting and seaming waste, so order approximately 73 M² per lane. Multiply by the number of lanes for a multi-lane facility.
Can I use artificial grass for the entire cricket field?
SÌ, but it is rare and expensive. Most buyers carpet only the pitch strip or the practice lanes, because the outfield is enormous (10,000+ M²) and natural grass is far more cost-effective for that area. Full-field carpeting is typically reserved for specialized indoor or desert-climate facilities.
What pile height is best for cricket?
8mm is the standard for match pitch strips where consistent ball bounce is essential. 12mm is ideal for practice lanes and box cricket, balancing durability and comfort. 15mm is used for premium installations that prioritise player cushioning and multi-sport use.
How long does cricket artificial grass last?
With proper maintenance — regular brushing, sand top-ups, and keeping the surface clean — a cricket artificial grass surface lasts 10 A 15 anni. Match strips that see heavy competitive use may need the high-wear areas replaced sooner.
Does a cricket pitch strip need sand infill?
SÌ, a light infill of 4–6 kg/m² helps stabilise the carpet fibres and keep them upright, which preserves consistent ball roll. Cricket uses less infill than padel or tennis because the pile is shorter and the playing demands are different.