TOP 5 Best Cricket Stadium In India

India is a country of great cricketers who have represented the Indian cricket team over a long period of time and achieved several milestones in the cricketing world. But do you know the journey of becoming a cricketer starts from beautiful cricket stadiums in India, where they learn core skills of discipline and dedication under a mentor? Today through this new piece, we are going to know the top 5 best cricket stadium in India

The top 5 best Cricket Stadium in India

1. Narendra Modi Stadium 

Narendra Modi Stadium (formerly known as Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel Stadium) is the world's largest cricket stadium in the World. It has a seating capacity of more than 1,32,000 spectators. This cricket stadium has been constructed inside the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel sports enclave in Motera, Ahmedabad. Gujarat Cricket Association, manages the work and maintenance for this stadium. It is the major venue for Tests, T20Is, ODIs and the Indian Premier League matches.

This stadium is named after Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. It was one of the biggest projects for the central ruling party since their government was formed and was completed in less than 5 years which is a big achievement for them.

Recently this venue has also hosted the final of ICC World Cup 2023 between India and Australia, where the Australian team defeated the Indian team to lift their 6th World Cup title under the leadership of Pat Cummins.

2. Eden Gardens 

It is a cricketing ground in Kolkata, India. Established in 1864, Eden Gardens is the oldest and second-largest cricket stadium in India. This cricket stadium is the home of Bengals players and IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders who have got one of the most loyal and loved fans. 

Major international tournaments like the World Cup, World Twenty 20, and Asia Cup have seen matches played at Eden Gardens. In 1987, Eden Gardens became the second stadium to host a World Cup Final. The 1996 India vs. Sri Lanka Cricket World Cup Semi-Final at Eden Gardens attracted a record-breaking 110,564 spectators.

This Stadium also hosted the finals of 2016 ICC Men's T20 World Cup between England and West Indies, where West Indies became victorious by scoring 24 runs in the final over of the innings on the ball of England's star all-rounder Ben Stokes.

3. HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Stadium (HPCA)  is one of the most beautiful stadiums in India which is built in between the Himalayan Mountains of Dharmshala, giving a scenic experience. It is also one of the most picturesque cricket stadiums in the world.

This scenic cricket stadium has hosted several national and international matches of the Indian Premier League where top teams compete against each other. Recently, this cricket stadium has hosted the 5th Test Match between India and England, where the Indian team emerged victorious by 64 runs. HPCA Stadium is the highest cricket stadium in the world and the only cricket ground in the world where the Dalai Lama once sat and saw an entire match.

4. Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium 

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is a cricket stadium in Hyderabad, Telangana having a seating capacity of more than 55,000 spectators.It’s the home ground for Sunrisers Hyderabad, a team in the Indian Premier League, as well as the Hyderabad Cricket Association.

The Indian Premier League's 2017 season opener and championship game, as well as the 2019 season's championship game, were played at this venue. This Stadium also holds these records in One Day International cricket: Australia has scored 350/4, which is the highest score at the stadium. Whereas England had scored 174, it is the lowest score at the stadium.

You might not know but Shubman Gill 208 is the highest individual score at the stadium.

5. Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

The Iconic Wankhede Stadium is located in Mumbai and has a sitting capacity of 33,000 spectators owned and managed by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). This cricket stadium has hosted several remembrance events in cricketing history with the 2011 World Cup final between India and Sri Lanka, where the Indian team won their second World Cup title by defeating the Lankan Lions under the leadership of Former Indian captain MS Dhoni.

Apart from this, it’s the home of the Mumbai Ranji team, Mumbai Indians women and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.This iconic stadium in the heart of Mumbai city has hosted 4 ICC World Cups till now from 1987, 1996, 2011 and 2023 respectively. Along with the final of the 2011 World Cup.