Narendra Modi Stadium

The Narendra Modi Stadium is situated in Ahmedabad.

The Narendra Modi Stadium is the world's biggest cricket stadium situated near the Sabarmati River which was built in 1982 to nurture cricketing talent in the region. Initially, it accommodated 49,000 spectators.

In 2015, under the leadership of the then Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) President and current Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, the GCA opted to remodel the Motera stadium into the world's largest. Consequently, renamed after the Hon'ble Prime Minister himself.  

Narendra Modi Stadium Capacity

World's largest international cricket ground with a total seating capacity of 1 Lakh+ (www.bcci.tv)  

The grand makeover of the Narendra Modi Stadium involved the same team that constructed the Statue of Unity. The project reportedly cost Rs 800 crore. One of the main challenges was to ensure unobstructed views of the field for all 132,000 seats.

The 132,000-seat stadium more than doubles the capacity of the old stadium and holds 32,000 more people than Australia’s iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground which is the second-largest stadium in the world.

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Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report

Narendra Modi Stadium has a batting friendly pitch (@ImTanujSingh/X.com)

With the pitch typically offering a good batting surface in the initial stages of the game, teams should look to maximize their run-scoring in these stages. As the game progresses, batting tends to get more difficult due to the turning and variable pace of the pitch. 

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Batting or Bowling Friendly

The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium has historically favoured the batters more. However, pacers could get a hint of movement in the initial over. Nonetheless, the surface is largely expected to be on the batter’s side.

Narendra Modi Stadium Boundary Length

The average boundary length at the Narendra Modi Stadium, located in Ahmedabad, is 75 meters for straight boundaries and square boundaries around 60 meters. The ground is based on a field size of 180 yards x 150 yards.

Narendra Modi Stadium Average Score​

Narendra Modi Stadium Highest Score

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Narendra Modi Stadium IPL records

• Matches Played: 27
• Matches Won Batting First: 13 (48.15%)
• Matches Won Batting Second: 14 (51.85%)
• Highest Score: 233/3 (Gujarat Titans) vs Mumbai Indians - 26/05/2023
• Lowest Score: 102 (Rajasthan Royals) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad - 08/05/2014
• Highest Run Chase Achieved: 182/5 (Gujarat Titans) vs Chennai Super Kings -31/03/2023
• Highest Individual Score: 129 - Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) vs Mumbai Indians 26/05/2023
• Best Bowling: 5/10 - M M Sharma (Gujarat Titans) vs Mumbai Indians - 26/05/2023

Narendra Modi Stadium Records 

T20 Records at Narendra Modi Stadium

• Total matches: 10
• Matches won batting first: 6
• Matches won bowling first: 4
• Average 1st Inns scores: 160
• Average 2nd Inns scores: 137

ODI Records at Narendra Modi Stadium

• Matches Played: 26
• Matches Won Batting First: 14 (53.85%)
• Matches Won Batting Second: 12 (46.15%)
• Matches Won Winning Toss: 15 (57.69%)
• Matches Won Losing Toss: 11 (42.31%)

Noteworthy ODI Records Set at the Stadium:

• Highest Individual Score: 144- Sourav Ganguly vs Zimbabwe - 05/12/2000
• Best Bowling: 4/12 - M Prasidh Krishna vs West Indies - 09/02/2022
• Highest Team Innings: 365/2 (South Africa) vs India - 27/02/2010
• Lowest Team Innings: 85 (Zimbabwe) vs West Indies - 08/10/2006
• Highest Run Chase Achieved: 325/5 (West Indies) vs India - 15/11/2002
• Most Runs: Rahul Dravid (342 runs in 5 matches)
• Most Wickets: Kapil Dev (10 wickets in 6 matches)

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FAQs: Narendra Modi Stadium

A. What is the capacity and dimensions of Narendra Modi Stadium?

Answer. The Narendra Modi Stadium, formerly known as Sardar Patel Stadium, has a seating capacity of 132,000 spectators which makes it the largest cricket stadium in the world.

B. What is special about Narendra Modi Stadium?

Answer. The Narendra Modi Stadium, with a total capacity of 132,000 seats, is the world’s largest international cricket stadium. 

C. What are the pitch conditions and challenges faced by players at the Narendra Modi Stadium?

Answer. The pitch is traditionally more conducive to spin bowling, especially in the latter part of the game. This is typical of subcontinental pitches where the dry and hot weather often leads to cracked surfaces, aiding spinners.

D. What is the cost of Narendra Modi Stadium?

Answer. The cost of the construction of Narendra Modi Stadium is reportedly Rs. 800 crore.

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