It is being opened at Allan Border Field,where Australia's squad for next week's first Test against England will be announced on Tuesday. “True to its name,the National Cricket Centre will be a resource for players across the country. It will allow young cricketers coming through the system to benefit from world-class facilities and outstanding coaching staff,"Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland said.

"Our vision is for cricket to be Australia's favourite sport and a sport for all Australians. This new facility will help us with that objective."