Ranking the top 5 cricket stadiums in the world by capacity

There is more to cricket than sixes, wickets, and spectacular catches. These actions take place in equally iconic stadiums. These are enormous arenas where not just games are played but battles are fought and history is made. There are numerous cricket stadiums with infinite memories all across the world. With improved infrastructure over time, many locations have developed into famous icons. The five largest stadiums in the world will be presented in this article.

1. Narendra Modi Stadium

The Narendra Modi Stadium was built in 2020 and is situated in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Motera Stadium, the stadium's previous name, was changed to Narendra Modi Stadium. With a capacity of 1,32,000, it is the biggest cricket stadium in the world. Additionally, the Narendra Modi Stadium is completely packed on many levels. 

The stadium has always been packed with spectators, whether it's the World Cup final or the Indian Premier League final. This stadium, which was refurbished in 2020 after being inaugurated in 1983, is a wonder of contemporary architecture and a representation of India's dominance in cricket.

2. Melbourne Cricket Ground

Up until 2020, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) held the previous record. However, it continues to be Australia's biggest cricket stadium. With 100,024 seats, the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, is the second-largest cricket venue in the world. 

One of the most recognisable sporting grounds in the world, the MCG was founded in 1853 and is well-known for hosting the Boxing Day Test as well as the Cricket World Cup finals in 1992 and 2015. The first location with more than a lakh seats is MCG. There isn't a better sight than that once the stadium is packed.

3. Eden Gardens

Known as "the Mecca of Indian cricket", Eden Gardens has been the country's first cricket ground, having been built in 1864. The Eden Gardens have a special place in cricket culture. It can accommodate 66,349 spectators and has hosted the Asia Cup and World Cup. In the past, Eden Gardens has recorded crowds in excess of a lakh, with the most notable being a footfall of 110,564 for the 1996 World Cup semi-final between India and Sri Lanka. 

The emergence of Indian cricket has been closely observed by it. The location has a unique place in the history of the sport because of the innumerable unforgettable occurrences it has witnessed.

4. Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium

The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, also called the Naya Raipur Stadium, was founded in 2008. It is located in Raipur, the capital city of Chhattisgarh in India, and is the fourth-largest cricket stadium in the world. The stadium can accommodate 65,000 spectators and boasts one of the biggest boundaries of any cricket ground in India. 

The stadium's inaugural match took place in 2010 and was a practice match between the state team of Chhattisgarh and Canada. In the Indian Premier League, it has played host to a few Delhi team games.

5. Optus Stadium, Australia

The third-largest stadium in Australia and the fifth-largest in the world is Optus Stadium in Perth. For various sporting events, this multisport venue's seating capacity may be raised from 61,266 to 65,000. It combines Australian culture with contemporary amenities. Its distinctive lighting design enhances the watching experience for the audience. 

Numerous significant athletic leagues, as well as major concerts and cultural events, have taken place there. The first test of the renowned Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024–25 was recently held at the stadium, while the stadium had opened for business on January 21, 2018.

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