11 Facts About Optus Stadium

1.

Perth Stadium, currently known as Optus Stadium for sponsorship reasons, is a multi-purpose stadium in Perth, Western Australia, located in the suburb of Burswood.

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2.

Perth Optus Stadium is primarily used for Australian rules football and cricket.

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3.

Perth Optus Stadium was awarded the 2019 World Prix Versailles award in the Sports category.

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4.

Optus Stadium plans suggested its playing surface would have been oval in shape to accommodate Australian rules football and cricket games.

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5.

Optus Stadium was expected to be primarily used for Australian rules football with the ability to host cricket, rugby union, rugby league and soccer matches.

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6.

Ultimately, the name Perth Optus Stadium was settled on as it was more representative of Western Australia.

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7.

Optus Stadium is serviced by over 50 food and beverage outlets, with patrons able to follow on-field action on TV screens.

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8.

Perth Optus Stadium became the 19th venue in Australia to host a One Day International cricket game.

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9.

On 21 April 2021, it was announced that the second match of the 2022 State of Origin series will be held at Optus Stadium after managing to secure the event from the Australian Rugby League Commission for an undisclosed sum.

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10.

Optus Stadium has hosted a friendly match between Perth Glory and Chelsea on 23 July 2018.

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11.

Perth Optus Stadium is capable of hosting major concerts and other entertainment events.

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