The Oval, currently known for sponsorship reasons as the Kia Oval,[3] is an international cricket ground in Kennington, in the London Borough of Lambeth, South London.[4] The Oval has been the home ground of Surrey County Cricket Club since it was opened in 1845.[5][6][7] It was the first ground in England to host international Test cricket in September 1880.[8][9] The final Test match of the English season is traditionally played there.