With a seating capacity of 1,32,000, it is one of the few stadiums to have LED lights in the stadium instead of the conventional tower floodlights. The stadium; which is one of the world’s largest sports stadiums was first constructed in 1983, after which it was demolished and reconstructed completely in 2020.
Locally known as “The G”, it has a capacity of 1,00,024, making it one of the biggest stadiums in the world. It was built in 1853 and has hosted a multitude of important sports events like the 1956 Summer Olympics, 2006 Commonwealth Games, and the 1992 and 2015 Cricket World Cups. The stadium provides stunning views of the city and into Yarra Park.
Established in 1864, it is the oldest cricket stadium in India, which is why it is called “the Mecca of Indian cricket”. It has a spectator capacity of 66,349 and has hosted the World Cup and Asia Cup. It was named after the Eden sisters of Lord Auckland, the then governor-general of India, and the stands were named after prominent cricketers and soldiers of India.
Perth is a multipurpose facility built in 2017 that has a seating capacity of 60,000. It has hosted multiple important sporting leagues as well as large-scale cultural events and concerts. Its location is adjacent to the Fremantle Sea, allowing the users to enjoy not only the vista but also the breeze to fight the scorching heat.
Next on our list of the biggest cricket stadiums in the world is the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. Home to the Indian Premier League team Sunrisers Hyderabad, it has a capacity of 60,000 spectators.
Built-in 2014, with a spectator capacity of 55,000, it was India’s first DBOT model outdoor stadium. This implies that the Kariavattom Sports Facilities Limited (a private company), owns the ground for the first 15 years and is on lease by the Kerala Cricket Association (governing body).
Built in 1966, it is a multi-purpose stadium with a capacity of 55,000 spectators. The stadium’s unique feature is its roof, which is made of high corrosion—and oxidation-resistant Galvalume sheets with M.S. trusses.
Built-in 2008, DY Patil Stadium has a capacity of 55,000 spectators and was designed by Hafeez Contractor. Since its opening, the stadium has hosted multiple IPL matches and is home to the IPL team Mumbai Indians. It has also hosted notable cultural events such as concerts.
It was built in 1871 with a spectator capacity of 53,583. The stadium has grown to become a landmark in urban design and an icon for sports architecture in Australia. The site was an existing social and cultural buzzing that has been enhanced since the stadium’s construction.