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Here are the top 10 largest cricket stadiums worldwide based on their seating capacity.
Last Updated: 03.36 PM, Apr 08, 2025
Cricket isn't just a game; it's an emotion that brings millions of fans together around the globe. The game is rapidly growing in popularity, and hence, the stadiums are getting bigger in size to accommodate a large number of cricket fans who dream of watching their favourite players live playing in the matches.
Fans are considered the soul of any sport, as they create an electrifying atmosphere that pushes athletes to play at their best. On that note, let's have a look at the top 10 cricket stadiums in the world based on their seating capacity.
Top 10 largest cricket stadiums in the world
| S.No | Cricket Stadium | Seating capacity | Location |
| 1 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 132,000 | Ahmedabad, India |
| 2 | Melbourne Cricket Ground | 100,024 | Melbourne, Australia |
| 3 | Eden Gardens | 68,000 | Kolkata, India |
| 4 | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium | 65,000 | |
| 5 | Perth Stadium | 61,266 | Perth, Australia |
| 6 | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium | 55,000 | Hyderabad, India |
| 7 | Greenfield International Stadium | 55,000 | Thiruvanthapuram, 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
The Narendra Modi Stadium is currently the biggest cricket stadium in the world. Located in Ahmedabad, the stadium has a massive seating capacity of 132,000. The stadium is named after India's current Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has world-class facilities and hosts both international and IPL matches. The stadium has four dressing rooms, 11 centre pitches, and two practice areas, which makes it a world-class venue for cricket matches.
2. Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Ground, also known as the 'G', is one of the oldest cricket stadiums in the world. Apart from cricket, the stadium has hosted multi-sport events, including the 1956 Summer Olympics and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. The MCG was built in 1853 and has undergone changes multiple times since its inception. A total of 100,024 spectators can watch the action live sitting in the stadium.
3. Eden Gardens
The Eden Gardens in Kolkata is one of the most iconic stadiums in the world. It is also the second largest cricket stadium in India. Established in 1864, Eden Gardens has hosted several thrilling cricket matches that are etched in the memories of cricket fans around the world. The stadium boasts a massive seating capacity of 68,000.
4. Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium was established in 2008 and is also known as the Naya Raipur Stadium. The fourth largest cricket stadium in the world is in Raipur, India. The stadium has a seating capacity of 65,000 and has one of the largest boundary dimensions among cricket stadiums in India. Back in 2010, the stadium hosted its first match in the form of a practice match between Canada and the Chhattisgarh state team.
5. Perth Optus Stadium
Optus Stadium in Perth is the third largest stadium in Australia. It is a multi-sport venue where seating capacity can be increased from 61,266 to 65,000 for rectangular sporting events. The stadium began its operation on January 21, 2018, and recently hosted the first test of the iconic Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.