Top 5 biggest cricket grounds in the world
(1) Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium AhmadAbad
The Narendra Modi Stadium, commonly known as the Motera Stadium, is a cricket stadium situated inside the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave in
Sardar Patel Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad has been renamed Narendra Modi Stadium. The world's biggest cricket Stadium, with a seating capacity of 1,10,000 will be hosting the pink-ball.
Broke ground: 1983 (former structure) 2017
Built: 12 November 1983 (former structure)
Field size: 180 yards x 150 yards
Former names: Motera Cricket Stadium
(2) Melbourne Cricket Ground Australia
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known locally as "The G", is an Australian sports stadium located in Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria.
The MCG is the largest sports stadium in Australia with a capacity of 100,000 seats. This iconic Melbourne stadium has hosted some of the most memorable sporting events in Australia's history.
Field size: 171 metres x 146 metres
Construction cost: $150,000,000 (1992)
Record attendance: 100,022 – 2018
Location: East Melbourne
(3) Eden Gardens India
Eden Gardens is a cricket stadium with a unique name. It was built in Kolkata, India around 1864 with a spectator capacity of 66,349.
This cricket ground is sometimes referred to as the Mecca of Indian cricket because it’s the most popular cricket stadium in India. The first cricket match to be held here was a Test match that took place between the January 5-8, 1934.
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(4) Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium
The next big cricket stadium on our list is another one with a unique name. The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh international cricket stadium is located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. It is a newer stadium since it was built in 2008. This is a 21st-century stadium with a spectator capacity of 65,000.
This stadium has been described as one of the best in the world even though it has not yet hosted an international cricket match. The first cricket match played here was a practice match that took place in 2010. It was between the Chhattisgarh Ranji team and the national cricket team of Canada.
Location: Sector-3 Naya Raipur
Operator: Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh
Establishment: 11 September 2008
Capacity: 65,000





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