The Queensland Government has also secured a deal with Cricket Australia to bring back the first Test to Queensland in 2032/33 after the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

After the Games have finished, the Brisbane Heat, Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Lions will transition to the Queensland Government’s new Brisbane Stadium at Victoria Park.

Premier David Crisafulli said the new Brisbane Stadium would deliver Queenslanders one of the world’s best cricket grounds. 

“Cricket is embedded in Queensland’s DNA, and the decision to build a world-class stadium at Victoria Park ensures it has a future in this State,” Premier Crisafulli said.

“Test cricket belongs in Queensland, and this decision means fans won’t miss out on seeing some of the best cricket teams play Test Matches in Brisbane right through to the summer before Brisbane 2032 where we regain our title as host of the first test of the summer.”

Cricket Australia Chair Mike Baird AO said Cricket Australia was delighted the Queensland Government had seized this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an enduring Olympic legacy that would give cricket fans in Queensland the stadium they deserve.

"Importantly, cricket now has the certainty needed to ensure Brisbane hosts the very best possible international and domestic matches and retains a prominent place on the Test match schedule,” said Mr Baird. 

"International cricket brings significant economic benefits for the people of Queensland and those benefits will be greatly enhanced by the construction of a world class 63,000 seat stadium in the heart of Brisbane.

"The Gabba will continue to continue to host outstanding matches in coming years including this summer’s Day/Night Ashes Test before the new stadium at Victoria Park begins an exciting new chapter for Queensland and Australian cricket."

Queensland Cricket CEO Terry Svenson congratulated the Queensland Government on its decision to invest in the state’s future, with a world-class stadium that would be a centerpiece of Brisbane for 2032 and beyond.

“The Gabba has been a wonderful venue for cricket for many years and has provided fans and players with countless memories, however the challenges the stadium faces are well documented, and we need to look to the future,” said Mr Svenson.

“Today’s decision gives us certainty after many years without clarity. We now stand at the starting line as Queensland prepares to unveil a signature stadium at Victoria Park that will be known the world over.”