It has been closed for years due to damage caused by vandalism and financial problems.
It was the home ground of Benoni Premier United and has long been the lair of the Eastern Transvaal rugby team who plays in the Currie Cup first division.
In 1962, Eastern Transvaal recorded another famous victory over a touring test team, this time defeating the British & Irish Lions, 19–16.
In 1964, during their tour of South Africa, France defeated the Springboks, 8–6, in front of over 56,000 spectators, with many fans having to remain outside the stadium.
The stadium had to wait almost forty years for its next test match in 2002, with victory for the Springboks against Argentina by 49–29.