IND vs ENG: 'Outstanding for Indian cricket,' says Virat Kohli on Narendra Modi Stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

IND vs ENG: 'Outstanding for Indian cricket,' says Virat Kohli on Narendra Modi Stadium

India TV News  

Indian captain Virat Kohli hailed the revamped Motera Stadium, which was renamed on PM Modi during the inauguration ceremony ahead of the third Test between India and England on Wednesday. "It's an outstanding stadium, outstanding thing for Indian cricket and great to see for the world as well," the Indian captain said. President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday inaugurated the world's largest cricket arena which can accommodate an awe-inspiring 1.32 lakh spectators. These included Sunil Gavaskar reaching the 10,000 runs mark in Test cricket against Pakistan in 1987 and Kapil Dev claiming his 432nd Test wicket to become the highest wicket-taker in the world in 1994, surpassing Sir Richard Hadlee.

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New cricket and FIFA-approved football stadiums planned ahead of international sports summit in in Kerala
1 year, 1 month ago

New cricket and FIFA-approved football stadiums planned ahead of international sports summit in in Kerala

The Hindu  

The Kerala Government, to guide it back to its former glory, will be organising an international sports summit at the Greenfield Sports Hub in Thiruvananthapuram from January 23 to 26. “We are looking to develop the sports economy in the State and perhaps we are the first State in the country to do so,” said Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman …

World Cup Final: Motera gears up for a grand spectacle
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup Final: Motera gears up for a grand spectacle

Hindustan Times  

All roads lead to the Motera on Sunday. More specifically the Narendra Modi Stadium – the world’s biggest venue will be the cynosure of all eyes for eight hours as the entire country and the cricketing world at large watches with rapt attention. Three hours out from the start of the game, thousands of faces painted with the Indian tri-colour …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: A complete guide for travellers and fans in Lucknow
1 year, 3 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: A complete guide for travellers and fans in Lucknow

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow has always been known as a multicultural city that flourished as a North Indian cultural and artistic hub, and the seat of power of Nawabs in the 18th and 19th centuries. If you are in the City of Nawabs for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup matches, here’s a quick look at all that you must see/do/shop/eat in Lucknow. …

Colosseum of cricket
1 year, 3 months ago

Colosseum of cricket

The Hindu  

“I can’t believe we are here! Cricket is an emotion in India, to the extent that we forget hockey is our national sport.” “Well, we can’t choose whom we love. I’m so glad you got permission from the Cricket Association of Bengal to visit it.” Beginnings “The then Governor General of India, Lord Auckland Eden, established it in 1864. Maybe …

World Cup 2023: Preparations in full swing at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad ahead of curtain raiser
1 year, 3 months ago

World Cup 2023: Preparations in full swing at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad ahead of curtain raiser

India TV News  

Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium situated in Motera's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave is all set to host the opening game of the ICC World Cup 2023. The World's largest stadium, seating capacity of 134,000 spectators, hosts the World Cup opening game between champions England and last edition's runner-up New Zealand on October 5. Narendra Modi Stadium gets new banners for …

ICC World Cup 2023: Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi to be revamped for mega event
1 year, 6 months ago

ICC World Cup 2023: Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi to be revamped for mega event

Firstpost  

The Arun Jaitley Stadium will be undergoing a major renovation, worth Rs 20 to 25 crore, for the five matches it hosts during the ODI World Cup in October-November. The venue, which hosted the second Test between India and Australia earlier this year, had copped criticism for not ensuring basic hygiene in the stadium premises, especially in the washrooms. Rajan …

ICC World Cup 2023: Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium is likely to host India vs Pakistan match
1 year, 8 months ago

ICC World Cup 2023: Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium is likely to host India vs Pakistan match

India TV News  

Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium is likely to host India vs Pakistan match in the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup 2023. Narendra Modi Stadium is the world's largest stadium and has the seating capacity to host over 1 lakh spectators. Apart from Ahmedabad's famous stadium, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Indore, Trivandrum, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Rajkot, and Dharamshala will be hosting the World …

2023 World Cup Final To Be Played At Narendra Modi Stadium, Delhi Or Chennai Could Host IND vs PAK Encounter: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

2023 World Cup Final To Be Played At Narendra Modi Stadium, Delhi Or Chennai Could Host IND vs PAK Encounter: Report

ABP News  

Even as the cricket-crazy India gears up for yet another edition of the Indian Premier League, the team management as well as the fans have their eyes on the bigger goal of doing well in the marquee international events. While there were initial reports which suggested that the International Cricket Council could agree to Pakistan matches of the tournament being …

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli gets nostalgic on 'long drive' to Kotla for training ahead of 2nd Test
1 year, 10 months ago

India vs Australia: Virat Kohli gets nostalgic on 'long drive' to Kotla for training ahead of 2nd Test

India Today  

After close to 4 years, Virat Kohli will return to his home ground, the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi for an international match. As India began preparation for the 2nd of the ongoing 4-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series, Virat Kohli had the opportunity to relive memories on his drive to the stadium. Virat Kohli, who grew up in Delhi …

Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat sets Guinness World Record for highest T20 attendance
2 years, 1 month ago

Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat sets Guinness World Record for highest T20 attendance

Firstpost  

‘‘Extremely delighted & proud to receive the Guinness World Record for the largest attendance at a T20 match when 101,566 people witnessed the epic IPL final at @GCAMotera’s magnificent Narendra Modi Stadium on 29 May 2022. New Delhi: Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the maximum spectator attendance during the 2022 IPL …

Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to host India's 1,000th men's ODI
3 years, 3 months ago

Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to host India's 1,000th men's ODI

The Hindu  

India’s men’s cricket team will play its 1000th ODI when it takes on the West Indies for the first fixture of the three-match series in Ahmedabad on February 6, 2022. Currently, on 996 matches, India will become the first team to reach this landmark at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera - the world’s largest cricket stadium. It will face …

IND vs ENG 1st T20I: Upto 50% fans allowed at Narendra Modi Stadium
3 years, 9 months ago

IND vs ENG 1st T20I: Upto 50% fans allowed at Narendra Modi Stadium

India TV News  

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera will be filled upto 50 per cent of its capacity during the five-match T20I series between India and England that starts on Friday, the Gujarat Cricket Association said. "Considering the COVID-19 pandemic, Gujarat Cricket Association has decided to use only 50 per cent capacity of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the five …

IND vs ENG | Big crowd likely for first India-England T20I at Narendra Modi Stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

IND vs ENG | Big crowd likely for first India-England T20I at Narendra Modi Stadium

India TV News  

While the newly-built Narendra Modi Stadium saw very sparse crowds for the two Test matches that were held in February-end and early March, the T20 International series between India and England that begins on Friday is likely to see much better crowds with over 40,000 tickets already sold, according to local officials. The recent India-England Test matches were the first …

The politics of naming and renaming public spaces in India
3 years, 10 months ago

The politics of naming and renaming public spaces in India

Hindustan Times  

The renaming of the Motera cricket stadium as the Narendra Modi stadium created a flutter before the India-England Test match. Some saw it a justifiable tribute to the man who is a Gujarati icon, has contributed immensely to Ahmedabad’s infrastructure and also headed the state’s cricket administration. Some saw it a justifiable tribute to the man who is a Gujarati …

Confused Desis Want to #BoycottSpiderman after Tom Holland Tweets on Motera Stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

Confused Desis Want to #BoycottSpiderman after Tom Holland Tweets on Motera Stadium

News 18  

After the world’s largest cricket stadium known as the Sardar Patel Stadium or the Motera Stadium was renamed as ‘Narendra Modi Stadium,’ ‘boycottspiderman’ started trending on desi social media. Following the renaming of the place, author and cricketer Tom Holland took to Twitter to share his views saying, ” I’m a huge admirer of the modesty Modi showed in naming …

Renaming of Gujarat Stadium Removing Sardar Patel's Name Insult to Every Indian: Congress
3 years, 10 months ago

Renaming of Gujarat Stadium Removing Sardar Patel's Name Insult to Every Indian: Congress

News 18  

The Congress on Wednesday said the renaming of the refurbished Sardar Patel cricket stadium in Ahmedabad after Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "an insult to every single Indian", and asserted that the BJP can never be a "game changer" but can only be a "name changer". Khera said the removal of Patel's name is an "insult to every single Indian, …

World's largest stadium in Motera named after Narendra Modi: Congress dubs move 'disgrace', says shows PM 'narcissist'
3 years, 10 months ago

World's largest stadium in Motera named after Narendra Modi: Congress dubs move 'disgrace', says shows PM 'narcissist'

Firstpost  

BJP’s Prakash Javadekar responded to Congress jibe and asked if the top leaders of the party have ever visited the world’s tallest statue of Sardar Patel, which is also in Gujarat Amid a controversy over a cricket stadium in Gujarat being renamed after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government on Wednesday said the name change involves only the Motera stadium …

India renames world’s largest cricket stadium after PM Narendra Modi
3 years, 10 months ago

India renames world’s largest cricket stadium after PM Narendra Modi

Live Mint  

India renamed the world's largest cricket stadium after Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, a move that drew immediate praise and criticism. The name change to the Narendra Modi Stadium was unveiled at the 132,000-seat venue formerly known as Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad, in Gujarat, where India are playing England in the third match of a four-game test series. …

India vs England 3rd Test | Fans trickle in, many avoid bird's eye view at Narendra Modi Stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

India vs England 3rd Test | Fans trickle in, many avoid bird's eye view at Narendra Modi Stadium

India TV News  

The new and grand Narendra Modi Stadium built in Ahmedabad excited some fans but did not excite some others. In many stadia in India there remain issues with fans getting a clear view, either because of pillars or something else, but this being a modern stadium a more horizontal approach instead of the vertical would have helped like at the …

Motera cricket stadium, world’s largest, named after Modi
3 years, 10 months ago

Motera cricket stadium, world’s largest, named after Modi

The Hindu  

The world’s largest cricket stadium at Motera in Ahmedabad was renamed the Narendra Modi Stadium and inaugurated on Wednesday by the President of India Ram Nath Kovind in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah; his son Jay Shah, who is Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary; and others. The rebuilt stadium is a part of the …

Motera renamed as Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad
3 years, 10 months ago

Motera renamed as Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad

India TV News  

The newly-constructed Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad has been renamed to Narendra Modi Stadium. Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the ceremony on Wednesday, following the renaming of Motera Stadium after India Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The third India-England Test between will mark the beginning of a new era as the pink-ball game will be played at the revamped stadium in Ahmedabad. …

President Kovind inaugurates Narendra Modi Stadium at Motera
3 years, 10 months ago

President Kovind inaugurates Narendra Modi Stadium at Motera

Op India  

President Ramnath Kovind on Wednesday inaugurated world’s largest cricket stadium in Motera. The President also carried out the Bhumi Pujan of Sardar Patel Sports Enclave at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Watch Live: President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurates the world's largest Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Cricket Stadium at Motera in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Narendra Modi Stadium is set to be the largest …

India vs England: Complete guide to Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel Stadium, world's largest cricket cauldron
3 years, 10 months ago

India vs England: Complete guide to Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel Stadium, world's largest cricket cauldron

Firstpost  

Referring to the newly revamped Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad as huge is certainly an understatement. In fact, as revealed by Hardik Pandya, even for the Indian team, it took almost an hour to get used to the enormity of this world’s largest cricket arena. Hence, on Wednesday, when the new-look Motera stadium will host its inaugural international fixture in …

India vs England 3rd Test: Motera - Welcome to the world's largest cricket stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

India vs England 3rd Test: Motera - Welcome to the world's largest cricket stadium

Hindustan Times  

Stuart Broad has compared it to a coliseum. The Sardar Patel Stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad, which will host the third India-England Test starting Wednesday, takes some getting used to, even for seasoned cricketers. The stadium has a seating capacity of 1,10,000, close to 10,000 more spectators than the hallowed Melbourne Cricket Ground – that has now lost its tag of …

'Hum do, humare do': Rahul Gandhi tweets as Modi-Ambani-Adani feature in Motera rename
3 years, 10 months ago

'Hum do, humare do': Rahul Gandhi tweets as Modi-Ambani-Adani feature in Motera rename

India Today  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party for renaming Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel Stadium as Narendra Modi Stadium. Narendra Modi stadium - Adani end - Reliance end With Jay Shah presiding." Narendra Modi stadium - Adani end - Reliance end With Jay Shah presiding.#HumDoHumareDo — Rahul Gandhi February 24, 2021 Apart …

Motera stadium named after PM Modi: BJP ducks to defend wicket as Congress bowls bouncer
3 years, 10 months ago

Motera stadium named after PM Modi: BJP ducks to defend wicket as Congress bowls bouncer

India Today  

The renaming of Sardar Patel Cricket Stadium to Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad's Motera has triggered a political tug of war between BJP and the Congress. Hailed as the world's largest cricket venue, the Sardar Patel Stadium at Motera near Ahmedabad in Gujarat was renamed the Narendra Modi Stadium. — Hardik Patel February 24, 2021 Wading into the controversy, former …

From Gujarat to Sardar Patel to Narendra Modi Stadium: The evolution of names of Motera ground over the years
3 years, 10 months ago

From Gujarat to Sardar Patel to Narendra Modi Stadium: The evolution of names of Motera ground over the years

India Today  

"Ahmedabad will be known as the sports city of India," Union Home Minister Amit Shah exclaimed with a lot of pride at the inauguration of the newly-built Motera stadium at his home state of Gujarat on Wednesday. India vs England, Pink-ball Test Day 1: Live Updates During the inauguration ceremony, Amit Shah also announced a new Sports Enclave which will …

World’s biggest cricket stadium renamed after India’s Modi
3 years, 10 months ago

World’s biggest cricket stadium renamed after India’s Modi

Al Jazeera  

In surprise move, new name announced by President Ramnath Kovind during a ceremony ahead of the third Test between India and England. The world’s biggest cricket stadium has been renamed after India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a surprise move, hours before its inaugural international match between India and England. Refurbished Sardar Patel stadium in Ahmedabad renamed after PM as …

Ahmedabad to be known as 'sports city' of India, will get a new sports complex at Naranpura: Amit Shah
3 years, 10 months ago

Ahmedabad to be known as 'sports city' of India, will get a new sports complex at Naranpura: Amit Shah

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday announced that a new sports complex will be built in Naranpura, an area in Ahmedabad, and together with the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera it will be equipped to host any international sporting event. Home Minister Amit Shah, BCCI secretary Jay Shah and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju …

IND vs ENG | Hardik Pandya shares photos from Motera, shakes leg with Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav
3 years, 10 months ago

IND vs ENG | Hardik Pandya shares photos from Motera, shakes leg with Ashwin and Kuldeep Yadav

India TV News  

All-rounder Hardik Pandya shared several photos on social media as the Indian team arrived in Ahmedabad for the third Test of the series against England. Motera, the world's largest cricket stadium, has a capacity of 110,000 and the Gujarat Cricket Association has allowed 50 per cent capacity for the third Test. Hardik also shared photos from the team's gym session …

Amit Shah arrives in Gujarat ahead of Namaste Trump event
4 years, 10 months ago

Amit Shah arrives in Gujarat ahead of Namaste Trump event

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday arrived in Ahmedabad ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to the city on Monday. Amit Shah is expected to stay here till Monday evening, a BJP leader said. Notably, Shah is also the president of Gujarat Cricket Association that owns the newly-built cricket stadium at Motera, where Trump and Prime Minister Narendra …

‘Almost as good as...’: Michael Vaughan comes up with interesting comment on world’s largest cricket stadium in Motera
4 years, 10 months ago

‘Almost as good as...’: Michael Vaughan comes up with interesting comment on world’s largest cricket stadium in Motera

Hindustan Times  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan came up with a hilarious Tweet after Board of Control for Cricket in India uploaded pictures of the picturesque stadium in Motera. The Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad is well on its way to become the world’s largest cricket stadium as it will host 110,000 spectators, which will be more than double of its previous …

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly reacts to world’s largest cricket stadium in Motera
4 years, 10 months ago

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly reacts to world’s largest cricket stadium in Motera

Hindustan Times  

The Sardar Patel Stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad is well on its way to become the largest cricket stadium in the world as it will host 110,000 spectators, more than doubling its previous capacity of 54,000. BCCI President Sourav Ganguly also reacted on the venue which is expected to be inaugurated by US President Donald Trump. The BCCI on Tuesday shared …

Motera Stadium: Facts about the world's largest cricket stadium to be inaugurated soon
4 years, 10 months ago

Motera Stadium: Facts about the world's largest cricket stadium to be inaugurated soon

India Today  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India revealed the first look of the new Motera Stadium, also known as Sardar Patel Stadium, which is situated in Gujarat, on Twitter, stating that it will be the world's largest cricket stadium, beating out Australia's iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Motera Stadium has a significantly larger capacity and will be the largest cricket …

Opinion | Aaj Ki Baat Jan 27 episode: World's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad is ready for inauguration
4 years, 11 months ago

Opinion | Aaj Ki Baat Jan 27 episode: World's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad is ready for inauguration

India TV News  

The world's largest cricket stadium, one of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dream projects, is ready for inauguration next month in Ahmedabad. After watching detailed visuals of this stadium today, I can only say this: Prime Minister Modi always thinks big, very big. This is not only a cricket stadium, it is India's pride, like the world's tallest Statue of Unity. …

BCCI plan Asia XI vs World XI match to inaugurate world’s largest cricket stadium - Report
5 years, 1 month ago

BCCI plan Asia XI vs World XI match to inaugurate world’s largest cricket stadium - Report

Hindustan Times  

The world’s largest cricket stadium has been under construction in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad for quite some time now and is now on the verge of completion. The report suggests that the stadium, which can accommodate 1.10 lakh spectators, could host an exhibition match between Asia XI and World XI in March next year if the International Cricket Council agrees to BCCI’s …

Virat Kohli turns nostalgic after DDCA unveils stand in his name at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium
5 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli turns nostalgic after DDCA unveils stand in his name at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium

Firstpost  

A short video and an animation film on Kohli’s journey from being an U-19 player to India captain was shown during the event, which was attended by the entire Indian cricket team and support staff. New Delhi: India skipper Virat Kohli turned nostalgic on Thursday after the Delhi and District Cricket Association unveiled a new pavilion stand bearing his name …

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