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Do you know which is the world's largest cricket stadium? Most people may not know.
Siddhi Jain | February 27, 2026 7:15 PM CST

Cricket is a game that is considered one of the most popular sports not only in India but throughout the world. However, in India, it enjoys a unique level of craze. Be it the elderly, children, or young people, almost everyone in our country loves it immensely, or rather, is a cricket fanatic. There's hardly anyone who isn't passionate about this game. But do you know where and which is the world's largest cricket stadium? If you're not aware of this, no problem; we'll find out today through this news.

Which is the world's largest cricket stadium?

The world's largest stadium is located in our country, India. We all know it as the Narendra Modi Stadium. This stadium is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was built in 1982 with a seating capacity of 49,000. However, its renovation was completed in 2020, after which its seating capacity was increased to over 100,000.

What was the Narendra Modi Stadium previously known as?

It was previously known as the Sardar Patel Cricket Stadium (Motera Stadium). After the renovation, its name has been changed to the Narendra Modi Stadium.

What is the seating capacity?

First, let us tell you that when this stadium was built, its capacity was approximately 49,000. However, after its renovation, its capacity was increased to 132,000.

Which is the second largest stadium in India?

India's second largest stadium is Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It should be noted that before the renovation of the Narendra Modi Stadium, Eden Gardens was the country's largest stadium.


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