Muthiah Annamalai Chidambaram Stadium is an International cricket stadium in Chennai. It is also known as Chepauk Stadium or Madras Cricket Club Ground. This cricket stadium has witnessed some classic matches and can host 50,000 spectators in a match. It is located in Chepauk Palace and is nearby Marina Beach. MA Chidambaram Stadium is operated by Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA).
Quick Info
Learn about the capacity, home team, and other important information about MA Chidambaram Stadium.
| Known as | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk Stadium, and Madras Cricket Club Ground |
| Established in | 1916 |
| Association Name | Tamil Nadu Cricket Association |
| Capacity | 50,000 |
| Home Team | Indian National Team, Chennai Super Kings, Tamil Nadu Cricket Team |
| Ends | Anna Pavilion End and V Pattabhiraman Gate End |
| Time Zone | UTC/GMT +5:30 hours |
| Location | https://goo.gl/maps/25A4WJLGmvazmicH7 |
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Venue History
It was established in 1916 as Madras Cricket Club Ground and is the home for the Tamil Nadu cricket team ever since.
- In 1859, Chepauk Palace was acquired by Madras Presidency in an auction to build a pavilion on the palace grounds.
- The first match was a Ranji Trophy match in 1934 and the first international match was played in 1952.
- Pongal Test was hosted every year in this stadium from 1960 to 1988 on the occasion of Pongal.
Unique Features of MA Chidambaram Stadium
Some of the unique features of MA Chidambaram Stadium are:
- The stands are designed in a way to provide the flow to the sea breeze.
- The stadium has 24 air-conditioned corporate boxes.
- The stadium has an indoor training facility equipped with modern facilities.
MA Chidambaram Stadium in the History of Cricket
- India had their first test win on this ground against England in 1952.
- In 1986, the second-ever tied Test match was held here between Australia and India.
- In 1983, Sunil Gavaskar broke the record of Don Bradman for most centuries in Test matches.
- In 2008, Virender Sehwag scored a triple century (319 runs) against South Africa in a test match.
ICC World Cup 2023 Matches in MA Chidambaram Stadium
Here is the information about the scheduled World Cup 2023 matches in MA Chidambaram Stadium.
| Date | Day | Matches | Time |
| 8-Oct-2023 | Sunday | India vs Australia | 2:00 P.M IST |
| 14-Oct-2023 | Saturday | New Zealand vs Bangladesh | 10:30 A.M IST |
| 18-Oct-2023 | Wednesday | New Zealand vs Afghanistan | 2:00 P.M IST |
| 23-Oct-2023 | Monday | Pakistan vs Afghanistan | 2:00 P.M IST |
| 27-Oct-2023 | Friday | Pakistan vs South Africa | 2:00 P.M IST |
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Cricket Statistics of M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
Read about the various statistics associated with M. A. Chidambaram Stadium. We have covered the statistics of ODI, Test, and T20 matches held over the years.
Test Matches
| Total matches | 35 |
| Matches won batting first | 12 |
| Matches won bowling first | 10 |
| Average 1st Inns scores | 340 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 339 |
| Average 3rd Inns scores | 239 |
| Average 4th Inns scores | 159 |
| Highest total recorded | 759/7 (190.4 Ov) by IND vs ENG |
| Lowest total recorded | 83/10 (38.5 Ov) by IND vs ENG |
ODI Matches
| Total matches | 34 |
| Matches won batting first | 17 |
| Matches won bowling first | 16 |
| Average 1st Inns scores | 224 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 205 |
| Highest total recorded | 337/7 (50 Ov) by ASIAXI vs AFRICAXI |
| Lowest total recorded | 69/10 (23.5 Ov) by KEN vs NZ |
| Highest score chased | 291/2 (47.5 Ov) by WI vs IND |
| Lowest score defended | 171/10 (45.4 Ov) by ENG vs RSA |
T20 Matches
| Total matches | 6 |
| Matches won batting first | 5 |
| Matches won bowling first | 1 |
| Average 1st Inns scores | 150 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 119 |
| Highest total recorded | 182/4 (20 Ov) by IND vs WI |
| Lowest total recorded | 80/10 (17.5 Ov) by PAKW vs ENGW |
| Highest score chased | 182/4 (20 Ov) by IND vs WI |
| Lowest score defended | 103/8 (20 Ov) by WIW vs PAKW |
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FAQs
Q. Is M. A. Chidambaram Stadium a bowling or batting pitch?
A. Chidambaram Stadium has a dry pitch which provides grip to spinners and makes it a bit difficult for the batsman to play strokes.
Q. What is the seating capacity of M. A. Chidambaram Stadium?
A. The seating capacity of M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is 50,000.
Q. What is the highest score in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium chase?
A. The highest score that has been chased in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is ODI- 291/2 (47.5 Ov) by WI vs IND and in T20- 182/4 (20 Ov) by IND vs WI.
Q. Which is the biggest stadium in India?
A. Currently, Narendra Modi Stadium is the biggest cricket stadium in India.
Q. Who is the best bowler in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium?
A. Indian player Anil Kumble holds the record for the most wickets taken at this stadium with 48 wickets.
Q. What is the lowest score in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium T20?
A. The lowest score in T20 in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is 80/10 (17.5 Ov) by PAKW vs ENGW.
Q. What is the lowest total in M. A. Chidambaram Stadium?
A. The lowest total recorded is Test- 83/10 (38.5 Ov) by IND vs ENG. In ODI -69/10 (23.5 Ov) by KEN vs NZ, and in T20 – 80/10 (17.5 Ov) by PAKW vs ENGW.
Q. What is the highest score in T20 history?
A. Afghanistan recorded the highest score in T20 when they totalled 278/3 against Ireland in February 2019.
Q. Who is the best batsman at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in IPL?
A. Sunil Gavaskar scored the most runs at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium with 1,018 runs.
Q. Is M. A. Chidambaram Stadium air-conditioned?
A. Chidambaram Stadium has 24 premium air-conditioned corporate boxes.
Q. Where is the smallest stadium in India?
A. Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi is the smallest International cricket stadium in India. The straight boundary is 60 meters and the square boundary is 56 meters.
This post was last modified on August 17, 2023 6:12 pm