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Narendra Modi Stadium, situated in Motera city of Ahmedabad, Gujarat is the largest cricket stadium in the world by capacity. It is the largest cricket stadium in the world with a seating capacity of around 132,000. The Narendra Modi Stadium is a property of Gujarat Cricket Association and is used as the home ground for IPL team Gujarat Lions, T20 franchise from Saurashtra- Saurashtra’s home ground as well. The stadium is a part of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Complex and is situated on the banks of Sabarmati River. Due to its design, modern seating arrangement and capacity, it is regarded as one of the best cricket grounds in the world. Narendra Modi Stadium: Overview Name ———Narendra Modi Stadium Location——Motera, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India Opened —-2020 (opened at the time, rechristened in 2021) Owner/Operator——–Gujarat Cricket Association Ground Broke ———-2015 (old stadium torn down) Construction Period ———-2015–2020 TID 1001 Range ———-63 acres (255,000 m²) Seating Capacity —— 132,000 (most in nation) Surface———Bermuda grass Suites/Boxes————76 corporate boxes PRACTICE FACILITIES————-11 bay; indoor academy and practice ground Largest Crowd ——–111,989 (for Coldplay concert) Major Events Hosted ————ICC ODI World Cup 2023 final: The Test, ODI and T20I matches ​ Tenants ————India men’s & women’s teams, Gujarat Titans, Gujarat teams Historical Background New structural stadium, called Sardar Patel Stadium (Motera), built in early 1980s was the original venue of test match which was played against West Indies in the year 1983. The first ODI to be played at the ground was in 1984. The old building was torn down in 2015 as part of a redevelopment project to construct what is now the world’s largest cricket stadium. The reconstruction was finished between 2015 and 2020. The new stadium, which was built in 2020 and re-christened Narendra Modi Stadium in 2021. The stadium has hosted many big matches post redevelopment, such as Final of 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, various IPL finals and high-profile bilateral international series. Location and Accessibility The stadium is located in Motera, around 10-12 kilometers from Ahmedabad city. The site offers easy access by air, rail metro and road. Closest airport is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport – Approximately 15 km from the stadium. The Motera Stadium Metro Station will offer Direct MetroLink Express Service for easy transportation of spectators. Transport Ahmedabad Railway Station provides links to other major cities of the country, while bus and road transport is also highly developed with a combination of highways and internal city routes. Traffic control is in place on major match days to hold back the fans. Narendra Modi Stadium Seating Capacity and Stadium Infrastructure The stadium has a seating capacity of around 132,000 making it the largest cricket stadium in the world. Seating is made of a top and bottom tier, quality section, restaurants and corporate boxes. The infrastructure features 76 corporate boxes, large dressing rooms, indoor practice halls and three outdoor practice grounds. Bowl The ground has been designed so that it can be expanded. Unlike most stadiums, it features roof-mounted LED floodlights rather than long light towers to minimize shadows on the field. A sophisticated drainage system ensures fast clearance of rainwater from the pitch to allow matches to continue soon after rain. There are broad concourses and a lot of entry/exit gates to allow people in and out quickly. Narendra Modi Stadium Ticket Pricing Ticket prices are flexible for different type of matches and the category of seating. For international games like Tests, ODIs and T20 Internationals the prices usually begin from around ₹800 to ₹1,000 for top-tier seats. Slightly lesser tier and more superior-view sections are usually priced between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000. For premium seats, the prices go up from ₹4,000 to ₹10,000. Hospitality and pavilion sections generally fall in the ₹10,000-₹25,000 range while corporate box seats can go over a lakh per head for marquee matches. In case of IPL matches, the prices typically start around ₹500-₹1,000 for general stands. Premium seats range from ₹2,500 to ₹7,500. VIP and hospitality packages, usually priced from ₹10K to ₹35k are much higher in playoffs and finals for luxury boxes. Prices are significantly higher for high-profile matches like the IPL finals, or ICC tournaments. PITCH AND GROUND MEASUREMENTS IN CRICKET Many factors The cricket pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium is a standard international size. The pitch The length of the pitch is 22 yards, or the equivalent of 66 feet / 20.12 meters. The wicket length is also 22 yards (20.12 m) and this distance is required to be maintained by international cricket regulations. Its field is about 180 by 150 yards. Boundary distance depends on pitch covers, but straight boundaries are generally bound between 74–76 metres. Fences are 63 to 70 m squared. There is equal assistance for the bowlers and batters with reasonable amount of pace and bounce. Pitch Report and Playing Conditions The stadium has 11 centre courts, which facilitate the variation of the preparation of the surface. It is generally regarded as a batsman’s pitch in limited-overs forms of the game, such as T20 and ODI cricket. It provides even bounce and pace, allowing for better stroke play and high-scoring games. The pacemen could get some help up front, particularly under lights. Spinners generally make more impact on the worn pitch, especially in Test cricket. The pink-ball Test against England in 2021 was played on a square turner. The dew factor in night matches also makes it easier for teams batting second, as bowlers find it hard to grip the ball. T20 International Statistics The standard score of 1st innings is between 170 to 180 runs in this stadium for T20 International matches. The average wickets that fall in a T20 International match at this venue is generally 12-14. The highest T20 International total at the ground is 234 for 4 by India against New Zealand in 2023. It was the smallest total in T20I played at the ground. The lowest defended total in favour of the bowlers has been a shade over 100 runs in T20 Internationals in conditions that assist the bowlers. Major Records and Memorable Matches Narendra Modi Stadium has witnessed many key matches being played. The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Final was held at this stadium, in which Australia defeated India. In 2022 and 2023, the stadium also held IPL finals. This stadium is the home ground of IPL franchise Gujarat Titans. The IPL title in 2022 was

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is one of the most history-rich and significant cricket stadiums in India, which is situated at Bangalore, in Karnataka state. It was established in 1969 and it was inaugurated in 1970 with the name KSCA (Karnataka State Cricket Association) Stadium. Subsequently, it was rechristened in memory of M. Chinnaswamy, who served the KSCA for four decades and was also president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. The stadium has hosted international matches–Test, One Day Internationals (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I)–games of the ICC World Cup and Indian Premier League (IPL), played by Royal Challengers Bangalore. It has a capacity of about 40,000, solar-powered floodlights and a raucous match-day environment, is known for its batting-friendly surfaces and high-scoring games. History & Overview The construction of the stadium started in 1970 with backing from the Government of Karnataka. It witnessed its first First- Class match during the 1972–73 season, and became a Test centre in the year 1974-75 when it staged a Test between India and West Indies. The stadium has hosted historic matches over the years, Sunil Gavaskar’s last Test being one of those and apart from some ICC events including Cricket World Cup. Since 2008, it is the home ground of the IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore. Capacity, Ends & Design The stadium is half a kilometre from Commercial Street, and accommodates 40,000 spectators It has two ends the Pavilion End and the B.E.M.L. New floodlights were added in 1996 for day-night games. Being situated close to Cubbon Park and MG Road, it’s a lively setting but with solar power and other contemporary sustainable technologies deployed its one of India’s most eco-friendly grounds. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report & Playing Conditions M. Chinnaswamy is known as a batsman’s paradise, especially for the limited-overs cricket. The pitch is flat and resides on the truer side, stroke-making has been possible across all formats here. The ground, though having small dimensions (56–65 metres), encouraging the batsmen to pick boundaries rather quite easily. T20 and IPL games regularly have totals of over 170. The quick outfield and Bengaluru’s higher altitude of 900 meters allows the ball to travel more as well. Pacers can get some early swing, while spinners become more productive as the game wears on. In Tests, you get big first-innings scores and in ODIs it’s known that totals are easier to chase. Boundary Dimensions & Outfield The Chinnaswamy’s boundaries are, in many ways, shorter than the international standard. The straight boundaries are usually around 65 meters, the square ones range anywhere between 60 and 65 meters, while fine leg/third man boundaries can get even shorter because of the small ground. This also induces the batsman to attempt aggressive strokes, enabling this ground to have high scoring games. The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru seats approximately 40,000 and has two ends:the Pavilion End and the BEML End. The pitch is flat and the true, assisting batsmen in all conditions, with pacers getting early movement and spinners having a say as it starts to hold. Boundaries are generally small – straight hits are usually of ~65m, square boundaries 60–65m and fine leg/third man ones still shorter so high scores often happen. The outfield is quick, helped by Bengaluru’s 900m altitude. There are day-night matches under floodlights and solar power has been used in the stadium. With a little more cramped metropolitan set-up it makes for aggressive batting and big scores in the format of Tests, ODIs, T20Is, and IPL games. Weather Conditions & Best Playing Times Chinnaswamy Stadium is credited to have an environment more conducive to playing cricket. Winter (December-February) is a pleasant 15–28°C; perfect for long-form cricket matches. Summers (March to May) are hot with cool evenings and mild humidity. Rain interruptions are experienced during Monsoon (June–Sep), but the stadium has good drainage. In general, the sweet spot for unbroken cricket tends to be November to early-April when it’s generally cooler and unlikely to rain on Tests, ODIs, T20Is or IPL games. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Ticket Price & Entry The price of match tickets at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium varies exponentially as per the format of the game, seating and also the event status. These are approximate ranges for tickets for most international matches and IPL games: General Admission: ₹500–₹1,500 Mid‑Range Seats: ₹2,000–₹5,000 Premium / VIP Seating: ₹6,000–₹15,000+ Corporate / Hospitality Packages: Rs 20,000+ for marquee games IPL games or big ICC games generally get overbooked quickly. Prices can also increase close to match day, especially for playoffs and finals. The tickets can be booked through BookMyShow, Paytm Insider and KSCA (Karnataka State Cricket Association) box office and retail outlets. Most of the time, entry to the stadium will require merely a valid ticket and photo ID. There are security and bag checks upon entry, and ticket scanning through electronic devices is common at gates. Records & Statistics M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has witnessed many astonishing moments of the game. In Tests, India’s highest total was 626 against Pakistan. In ODI’s, India had scored 410 for 4 against the Netherlands and Ireland chased down 329 for 7 against England in a World Cup clash. Rohit Sharma is the top scorer with 209 runs. Leading run-getters at the venue are Sachin Tendulkar (534) and Rohit Sharma (498). T20s and IPL: Sunrisers Hyderabad 287/3 v RCB- Chris Gayle’s 175* is the highest individual score in the IPL. Bowling spin too has been rewarding on Yuzvendra Chahal and Samuel Badree invigorate it. Top Matches Some memorable games at the stadium, among others, are India vs Pakistan Test (India posted 626), Ireland vs England World Cup ODI, India vs Netherlands ODI (410 runs) and the double super over T20I between India and Afghanistan. IPL highlights include Sunrisers Hyderabad’s 287/3 vs RCB, Chris Gayle’s 175* versus Pune Warriors, and the IPL final in 2016 between RCB and SRH. Many IPL games have gone down to the wire, and high-scoring ODI matches, including memorable India-Pakistan clashes have been held at this venue. Top Team Performances India is the most successful team in the stadium with massive totals and plenty of records. England has drawn games and large totals, Ireland is known for chasing in a World Cup. Pakistan’s record in Test cricket has been quite good. RCB enjoyed the home advantage in IPL and won multiple

Wankhede Stadium is a cricket stadium in the Indian city of Mumbai, India, The stadium now has capacity of 33,108 (down from approximately 45,000 before the upgrade) and was first established in 1974. Wankhede Stadium was established in 1974 and opened the next year by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) through disputes with the CCI regarding allocation of tickets for Brabourne Stadium. The stadium, which was named after the association’s long-time secretary Sheshrao Krushnarao Wankhede, has gone on to see some of cricket’s most iconic moments in history from across formats. Over the years, Wankhede Stadium has conducted some of the best performances in Test cricket, ODIs, T20Is along with Indian Premier League (IPL) matches and marquee ICC events. It has a unique place in the culture of Indian cricket, having staged several World Cup matches and legendary farewells such as Sachin Tendulkar’s last Test. History and Development Background Wankhede Stadium was built in 1974 – and till then Test matches played in Mumbai were hosted by the Brabourne Stadium, a colonial-era ground that was established in 1937.The CCI leased the land to MCA at a nominal rent for reclaiming it using basic debris so as to upgrade the facility.The entry has been moved from Gate 2, which is near Firoz Shah Mehta Road. After the controversial India vs England Test in 1973, MCA opted to construct its own ground near Churchgate Railway Station located at South Mumbai. With construction taking a little over 13 months, the stadium was inaugurated just before the final Test of West Indies’ tour to India in 1975. The first time the stadium hosted a Test match was in 1980, and it has been used as an international venue since then. It has been renovated several times, most recently for the final of the 2011 Cricket World Cup. This redevelopment brought improved facilities and elevated stands, with bucket seating design to have people sitting further back in the stand unlike many stadia to promote closer atmosphere, but has lessened capacity and comfort for spectators. The stadium has several stands including the Sunil Gavaskar Stand, Sachin Tendulkar Stand, North Stand, Vijay Merchant Stand, Divecha Pavilion and Garware Pavilion. Its overhanging cantilevering roofs mean just about every seat has a clear view. Wankhede Stadium Capacity & Structure Wankhede Stadium was renovated in 2011 to stripped out of the original’s exhaustion with a capacity of approximately 33,000. Its capacity was closer to 45,000 before this upgrade when it still featured bench seating instead of individual bucket seats. The stadium’s two ends are Garware Pavilion End and Tata End. It is complete with floodlight towers for day-night international cricket and lucrative T20 matches. Although not as humongous as some of the modern-day stadiums in India, Wankhede’s small setting aids in having a raucous and electric environment particularly during bigger matches such as IPL games and World Cup fixtures. Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report & Playing Conditions The pitch at the Wankhede Stadium has been a batsman-friendly one down the years with good pace and bounce that makes it exciting for stroke-makers. Another reason for the extra bounce is red soil base more than any other Indian pitch. The quicks get some movement, especially in the first 10 overs that are bowled under sea breeze conditions and early morning matches promises tight first spells from fast bowlers. The pitch generally becomes easier to bat on as the game proceeds – especially in limited-overs formats. Spinners can also get help later in longer matches, but generally not as much as pacers. In Tests, bounce and true wicket have allowed teams to lay down massive first-innings scores. In ODIs and T20 Internationals, batsmen dominate subsequently: a good batting surface with relatively short boundaries will always see high scores. Wankhede Stadium Dimensions & Boundary Lengths The boundaries at Wankhede Stadium are generally smaller than many other International grounds especially square of the wicket. According to several pitch reports: The average length of the boundary is known to be 65–70 metres, while some denoted it as harring boundaries drawn up to 70–72 meters along straights. Some records suggest that the stadium’s boundaries created a near- symmetrical circular shape, of 70m across on all sides of the playing field. It’s small, which makes it favorable to high totals- especially in T20 and ODI cricket, and the bounce on this hard pitch gives the batters those extra milliseconds for scoring freely with an unshaken mind. Weather Conditions & Best Time to Play Wankhede Stadium is situated near the Arabian Sea that affects the local climate. Climate The climate of Mumbai is a tropical one, with a warm and humid season and monsoon rains. Mumbai’s hot season lasts from March to May, with daytime temperatures frequently topping 30°C (86°F). The winter months (December to February) are pleasant with day time temperature between 25 °C and 30 °C (77 °F–86°F). The winters in Guntur show very mild to little chillness. The monsoon season — between June and September in northwestern India — ushers in heavy rainfall that can affect play, though floodlights and fast outfield drainage systems often help matches resume quickly after rain delays. Wankhede most of the international matches, IPL matches and domestic tournaments were played between November to May due to monsoon which causes a lot interruptions in game and has favorable playing condition. Wankhede Stadium Ticket Prices & Entry Information Wankhede Stadium ticket prices differ substantially depending on the type of match, category of seat and importance of fixture. For international and IPL (Indian Premier League) matches, costs are usually somewhere in the region of: (approx, based on recent trend) General Admission: ₹500–₹1,500 Mid-range Seats: ₹2,000–₹5,000 Premium / VIP Boxes: ₹6,000–₹15,000+ Corporate & Hospitality Seats: ₹20,000 and up for marquee games Tickets can be bought from official online partners such as BookMyShow, Paytm Insider and MCA’s authorised outlets. Tickets are also available on the day at box office counters around the ground, subject to availability. Ingress usually requires a valid photo ID, and verification of a ticket; though some events do allow other forms of entry. The electrifying atmosphere and enthusiastic crowd also mean that high-demand games — especially IPL and key World Cup fixtures — sell out quickly. Records & Achievements Some of the greatest