Venue Description
Eden Gardens, located in Kolkata, is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in the world. Known as “Cricket’s answer to the Colosseum,” it holds a special place in the history of Indian cricket. With a seating capacity of over 66,000 after renovations before the 2011 World Cup, it remains the largest cricket stadium in India.
The stadium has witnessed numerous historic moments, including the first World Cup final outside Lord’s. Anil Kumble’s remarkable figures of 6/12 against West Indies in the 1993 Hero Cup final and VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid’s legendary 376-run partnership against Australia in the 2001 Test series are etched in its legacy. Rohit Sharma’s record-breaking 264 in an ODI against Sri Lanka in 2014 also took place here.
However, the venue has also seen its share of controversies. The infamous crowd disturbance during the 1996 World Cup semi-final between India and Sri Lanka, and the mob fury during the Asian Test Championship match against Pakistan in 1999, are reminders of the passionate, sometimes volatile, nature of Kolkata’s cricket fans.
Eden Gardens hosted its first Test match in 1934, when India faced England, and its first ODI in 1987, against Pakistan. Until 1984, the stadium also served as a football venue, hosting several prominent derbies.
FACTS
- Opened: 1864
- Capacity: 63,000
- Ends: High Court End, Pavilion End
- Location: Kolkata, India
- Time Zone: UTC +05:30
- Home to: Bengal, Kolkata Knight Riders
- Floodlights: Yes
- Curator: Probir Mukherjee
Indian Premier League 2025 Matches Scheduled at Eden Gardens
- 14:00 GMT: KKR vs RCB, 1st Match
- 14:00 GMT: KKR vs SRH, 15th Match
- 10:00 GMT: KKR vs LSG, 19th Match
- 14:00 GMT: KKR vs GT, 39th Match
- 14:00 GMT: KKR vs PBKS, 44th Match
- 10:00 GMT: KKR vs RR, 53rd Match
- 14:00 GMT: KKR vs CSK, 57th Match
- 14:00 GMT: TBC vs TBC, Qualifier 2
- 14:00 GMT: TBC vs TBC, Final
Pitch Characteristics
The pitch at Eden Gardens is generally considered favorable for batting, though spinners tend to play a significant role as the game progresses. In IPL matches, spinners have often found success here.
Stats and Trivia
- Highest ODI Score: Rohit Sharma’s 264 against Sri Lanka in November 2014.
- Most Test Matches Hosted: 39, the highest by any venue in India.
Test Match Stats
- Total Matches: 42
- Matches Won Batting First: 12
- Matches Won Bowling First: 10
- Average 1st Innings Score: 323
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 314
- Average 3rd Innings Score: 255
- Average 4th Innings Score: 143
- Highest Total Recorded: 657/7 by India vs Australia
- Lowest Total Recorded: 90/10 by India vs West Indies
ODI Stats
- Total Matches: 40
- Matches Won Batting First: 23
- Matches Won Bowling First: 16
- Average 1st Innings Score: 243
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 200
- Highest Total Recorded: 404/5 by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest Total Recorded: 63/10 by India Women vs England Women
- Highest Score Chased: 317/3 by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest Score Defended: 195/10 by India vs South Africa
T20 Stats
- Total Matches: 13
- Matches Won Batting First: 5
- Matches Won Bowling First: 8
- Average 1st Innings Score: 153
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 137
- Highest Total Recorded: 201/5 by Pakistan vs Bangladesh
- Lowest Total Recorded: 70/10 by Bangladesh vs New Zealand
- Highest Score Chased: 162/4 by India vs West Indies
- Lowest Score Defended: 186/5 by India vs West Indies
Eden Gardens continues to be a fortress for cricket, blending history, passion, and unforgettable moments on the field.
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