7 Beautiful Cricket Stadiums from Around the World
Cricket is a religion followed by millions all over the globe. Thanks to this obsession there are some really beautiful cricket grounds around the world that make watching the game even more pleasurable.
No matter how much you love watching a cricket match on the TV, there is something unique in watching your favourite players in action from the stands. Cheering with the crowd and going wild on every boundary brings out the craziness you have been hiding due to the presence of those ‘classy’ people around you.
Who would’ve thought that a simple bat and ball game would become the religion of millions of people? The huge cricket grounds in today’s era have a thunderous atmosphere, thanks to all the fans who travel miles to see the game. In every stadium a game is held, the fans reach there to cheer and support their team.
However, out of all the cricket stadiums in the world, there are some grounds which stand out due to their historical significance and environment.
Here are 7 of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world:
#1 Lord's Cricket Stadium - London
Lord's stadium being the Home of Cricket has to be one of the most beautiful stadiums. Recently having completed its 200th anniversary in 2014, Lord's has hosted over 2000 Test Matches. The alluring view of the Worcester River can be seen from the stadium and will take your breath away. Lord's is like fine wine- it keeps getting better with age!
Stadium Capacity: 30,000 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: Sachin Tendulkar (Marylebone Cricket Club) v/s Shane Warne(Rest of the World), 2014
#2 Queenstown Event Centre - New Zealand
Queenstown Events Centre or John Davies Oval is a spectacular stadium situated at the foot of the Remarkables Mountain range and the bank of Lake Wakatipu. With a unique style of seating in the stadium and aircraft landings around the stadium, you will be awe-struck by how spectacular the stadium is.
Stadium Capacity: 19000 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: New Zealand v/s West Indies, ODI (January 2014)
#3 Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium - Dharamshala
Situated at 4780 feet above the sea level, the home stadium for Kings XI Punjab is one of the most beautiful stadiums in the world, and is located in picturesque Dharamshala. The snow-clad Himalayan Mountains in the backdrop make watching matches all the more entertaining.
Stadium Capacity: 23,300 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: India v/s England, ODI (January 2013)
#4 Melbourne Cricket Ground - Australia
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The Melbourne Cricket Ground or the MCG as it is popularly known is the 10th largest stadium and the largest by capacity in the world! This ground leaves you speechless with its grandeur and its spic maintenance! It is a multi-sports stadium, mostly known for being the stadium to host the first ever test match and the first ODI between Australia and England.
Stadium Capacity: 1,00,000 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: Shane Warne's 700th Test Wicket (December 2006)
#5 Pukekura Park Cricket Stadium - New Zealand
Though not one of the most popular stadiums, the Pukekura Park Stadium is surrounded by mountains and has one of the most picturesque backdrops. Enclosed in greens all around, this stadium's ever-lasting beauty is a pleasure to the eye.
Stadium Capacity: 25,000 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: Srilanka v/s Zimbawe, ODI (1992)
#6 Eden Gardens, Kolkata - India
After MCG, this stadium is the world's second largest stadium (in terns of capactiy), located in Kolkata. Eden Gardens Cricket Stadium was the second stadium to host the World Cup finals in 1987. It is said that, "No cricketers education is complete till he plays at the Eden Gardens." With that being said, the Eden Gardens is famous for its excellent pitch, justly called the Pacer's pitch.
Stadium Capacity: 68,000 people
Most Iconic Match/Milestone: Highest Score ever by a batsman in ODI, Rohit Sharma (264 runs/ 173 balls)
#7 Galle International Stadium - Sri Lanka
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