The JCA are under no illusions that the most difficult part of the ground’s journey could be after the Asian Games, with fans’ attention and media spotlight going elsewhere.
To this point, the future of the facility after the Games remains unclear. Alongside Vision 2027 where the association has focused on holistic coaching strategies, participation numbers and elite success, the JCA are also eager to add the Nisshin site to their permanent rotation of grounds, alongside the Sano International Cricket Ground.
The board is unlikely to have access to the land or the resources for a wicket prepared to play cricket for more than 20 days a year at the venue, though an additional synthetic wicket facility is also in the works, and Miyaji is desperate to ensure the site’s potential is not wasted.
“I think the facility’s legacy is something we’re still working on,” Miyaji added.
“This (additional) venue is going to be smaller and it doesn’t have grass on it, so there are still some areas that we need to work on.”
“The training facility at the ground is going to be available, and we’re working on trying to build up the momentum towards the Games so that we do actually have a plan so the ground is maintained to a certain level.”
