description Headingley Stadium Overview
Headingley Stadium is a sports complex in Leeds, England, containing adjoining grounds for cricket and rugby league. The cricket ground is the home of Yorkshire County Cricket Club and has staged Test matches and other international fixtures, while the rugby ground is associated with Leeds Rhinos. The complex is distinguished by its long-standing use for two separate sports and by shared facilities connecting the neighboring venues.
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What two grounds are included in Headingley Stadium?
Headingley Stadium is two adjoining grounds in Leeds: Headingley Cricket Ground and Headingley Rugby Stadium. Yorkshire County Cricket Club uses the cricket ground, while Leeds Rhinos use the rugby ground. [Headingley Leeds](https://www.headingleyleeds.com/stadium)
When did Headingley first open?
The cricket ground officially opened on May 27, 1890, and the first rugby match followed in September 1890. The complex therefore has more than a century of cricket and rugby history. [Yorkshire County Cricket Club](https://yorkshireccc.com/news/headingley-130-years-not-out/)
Has Headingley hosted famous Test cricket?
Yes. Headingley first hosted Test cricket in 1899, and the 2019 Ashes Test became famous when Ben Stokes made 135 not out in a one-wicket England win over Australia. [ECB match report](https://www.ecb.co.uk/matches/8975)
Which rugby league club plays at Headingley?
Leeds Rhinos are the rugby league club associated with Headingley Rugby Stadium. The ground also hosted the 1970 Rugby League World Cup Final. [Headingley Stadium history](https://therhinos.co.uk/headingley-stadium/history)
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