Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium (Source:@TEAM45R0,x.com)

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, located in North Sound, Saint George, Antigua and Barbuda, is a renowned cricket venue named after the legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards. It was inaugurated in 2007 to host Super 8 matches during the ODI World Cup.

The facility is a vital part of Antigua's sports infrastructure, strategically situated a short drive from both the capital, St. John’s, and the international airport, enhancing its accessibility for international events.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Capacity​

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Capacity​ (Source:@BentiTalksSport,x.com)

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium can normally accommodate up to 10,000 spectators. However, its capacity was temporarily doubled to 20,000 during the 2007 World Cup through additional seating, something which can be done during the upcoming T20 World Cup.

The stadium includes two main stands: the Northern Stand and the five-story Southern Stand, which houses the pavilion and corporate suites. The design also features eastern and western terraces (burms), which add a casual Caribbean flavour to the viewing experience.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report​

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report​ (Source:@windiescricket,x.com)

The pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium generally favours batsmen. The surface allows batters to play aggressively early on, with the pitch tending to slow down, bringing spinners into prominence as the match progresses.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Batting or Bowling Friendly

Predominantly, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium serves as a batting pitch where teams batting first tend to have a higher winning percentage.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Boundary Length

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, has a capacity of 10,000. The stadium features ends named after Andy Roberts and Curtly Ambrose and was built to replace the Antigua Recreation Ground. Specific boundary lengths are not publicly available.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Average Score​

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Highest Score​

The highest score made in Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in a Test match is 566/8 by India vs West Indies.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Records​

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium T20 Records​

FAQs: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

Q.1. What is the seating capacity of the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium?

Answer: The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium has a seating capacity of 10,000, which can be expanded to 20,000 with temporary seating arrangements.

Q.2. How do you get to the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium?

Answer: The stadium is located about 10-20 minutes’ drive from St. John's, the capital of Antigua and Barbuda, and similarly close to the country's international airport.

Q.3. What was the first international match played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium?

Answer: The first international match at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium was a Test match played between West Indies and Australia starting on 30 May 2008, which ended in a draw.

Q.4. Is the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium more suitable for batting or bowling?

Answer: The pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium generally favours batsmen, particularly in the early stages of a game.

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