Cricket is one of the most popular sports in the world, so its stadiums need to be big enough for large crowds. Over time, cricket stadiums have grown larger to fit more fans who want to watch the game live.
Top 10 Largest Cricket Stadiums in the World 2024
Let’s take a closer look at the 10 biggest cricket stadiums in the world based on seating capacity.
| No. | Cricket Stadium | Seating Capacity | Location |
| 1 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 1,32,000 | Ahmedabad, India |
| 2 | Melbourne Cricket Ground | 1,00,024 | Melbourne, Australia |
| 3 | Eden Gardens | 68,000 | Kolkata, India |
| 4 | Naya Raipur International Cricket Stadium | 65,400 | Raipur, India |
| 5 | Perth Stadium | 61,266 | Perth, Australia |
| 6 | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium | 55,000 | Hyderabad, India |
| 7 | Greenfield International Stadium | 55,000 | Thiruvananthapuram, India |
| 8 | Adelaide Oval | 53,583 | Adelaide, Australia |
| 9 | Ekana Cricket Stadium | 50,000 | Lucknow, India |
| 10 | MA. Chidambaram Stadium | 50,000 | Chennai, India |
1. Narendra Modi Stadium
Located in Ahmedabad, the Narendra Modi Stadium is the largest cricket stadium in the world. It spans 63 acres and is the only cricket stadium globally with four dressing rooms for players and 11 central pitches. A unique feature is the LED lights on the roof, which replace traditional floodlights typically seen in other cricket grounds. Read Also; Cricket in the USA: A Sport on the Rise
2. Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the second-largest cricket stadium in the world, with a seating capacity of 100,024. Built in 1853, the stadium has undergone numerous renovations. It served as the main venue for the 1956 Summer Olympics and the 2006 Commonwealth Games, and also hosted the finals of the 1992 and 2015 Cricket World Cups.
3. Eden Gardens
Eden Gardens, known as the “Mecca of Indian cricket,” is the second-largest stadium in India and the third-largest in the world, with a seating capacity of 68,000. Established in 1864, it is one of the most iconic cricket grounds globally, famous for its vibrant atmosphere during matches. The stadium has witnessed many historic moments in both Indian and international cricket.
4. Naya Raipur Cricket Stadium
Opened in 2008, the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, commonly called Naya Raipur Cricket Stadium, is located in Chhattisgarh and ranks as the fourth-largest cricket stadium in the world. It can accommodate 65,400 spectators and has hosted several home matches for the Delhi team in the Indian T20 League.
5. Perth Stadium
Also known as Optus Stadium, Perth Stadium is a multi-purpose venue in Perth, Western Australia. Officially opened in 2018, it has a seating capacity of 61,266, making it the second-largest cricket stadium in Australia after the MCG. For Australian rules football, the stadium’s capacity can be expanded to 65,000 seats. Read Also; The History and Formation of the USA Cricket Team
India’s Largest Cricket Stadiums by Seating Capacity
India, a nation passionate about cricket, boasts numerous impressive cricket stadiums. Here’s a list of the 10 largest cricket stadiums in the country by seating capacity.
| Rank | Stadium Name | Capacity | Location | Home Teams |
| 1 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 1,32,000 | Ahmedabad | India team, Gujarat team |
| 2 | Eden Gardens | 68,000 | Kolkata | India team, Kolkata team, Bengal team |
| 3 | Naya Raipur International Cricket Stadium | 65,400 | Raipur | Chhattisgarh team, Delhi team |
| 4 | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium | 55,000 | Hyderabad | India team, Hyderabad team |
| 5 | Greenfield International Stadium | 55,000 | Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala team |
| 6 | Ekana Cricket Stadium | 50,000 | Lucknow | India team, Uttar Pradesh team, Lucknow team |
| 7 | MA. Chidambaram Stadium | 50,000 | Chennai | India team, Tamil Nadu team, Chennai team |
| 8 | JSCA International Cricket Stadium | 50,000 | Ranchi | Jharkhand team, Kolkata team |
| 9 | Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium | 45,000 | Nagpur | India team, Vidarbha team |
| 10 | Barabati Stadium | 45,000 | Cuttack | India team, Odisha team |
FAQs
Where is the world’s largest cricket stadium?
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is the world’s largest cricket stadium, with a seating capacity of 132,000. It ranks as the second-largest stadium overall, after the Rungrado 1st of May Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea.
How many cricket stadiums are there in India?
India has around 53 international cricket stadiums that have hosted at least one international match (Test, ODI, or T20I). Currently, 24 of these stadiums are active.
Where is the smallest cricket stadium in India?
The smallest cricket stadium in India is the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Its straight boundary measures 60 meters, while the square boundary is 56 meters.
