Cricket has a massive fan following in India. So we often see cricket stadiums packed to their full capacity. Take, for instance, the Narendra Modi Stadium. We’ve seen more than a lakh fans turn up at once to cheer for India.
Then there are stadiums which are one-third or one-fourth the capacity of the Ahmedabad venue! While these venues may not accommodate a lot of fans, they never fall short of creating buzz. On that note, here are the top 10 smallest cricket stadiums in India by seating capacity.
Top 10 Smallest Cricket Stadiums in India
10. Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
India’s 2011 World Cup win. Sachin Tendulkar’s last Test. Ravi Shastri’s six sixes. The Wankhede Stadium is witness to many such memorable cricketing moments. This easily makes it one of the iconic cricket stadiums in India.
Built in 1974 with a capacity of 45,000 people, the Wankhede Stadium now accommodates 32,000 spectators. When all fans cheer in at once, it elevates the atmosphere of the venue.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Wankhede Stadium |
| City | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Establishment Year | 1974 |
| Owner / Operator | Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) |
| End Names | Tata End, Garware Pavilion End |
| Seating Capacity | ~33,100 (reduced from ~39,000 after 2011 renovation) |
| Boundary Lengths | Square: ~65–70 m; Straight: shorter side (batsman-friendly) |
| World Cup Highlight | Hosted 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Final (India beat Sri Lanka; first team to win WC on home soil) |
| Sachin Tendulkar’s Farewell | Venue of Sachin Tendulkar’s last Test (Nov 2013) |
| Kohli’s Milestone | Virat Kohli scored his 50th ODI century (2023 World Cup semi-final) |
| Test Record | Virat Kohli’s 235 vs England (2016–17) – highest Test score by an Indian here |
| IPL Significance | Home ground of Mumbai Indians (most successful IPL team) |
| Other Historic Records | – Ravi Shastri’s six sixes in an over (Ranji Trophy 1984–85) – Multiple IPL finals & India’s memorable victories |
Also see: Top 10 Cricket Stadiums with the Biggest Boundaries in the World
9. Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
Indore is home to one of India’s smallest cricket grounds. The Holkar Cricket Stadium features small boundaries, which makes the batters’ job easy.
And then the seating capacity is also not huge. When packed to its capacity, the venue can accommodate 30,000 fans.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Holkar Cricket Stadium |
| Former Name | Maharani Usharaje Trust Cricket Ground |
| City | Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Establishment Year | 2003 (inaugurated in 2006) |
| Owner / Operator | Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Media End |
| Seating Capacity | ~30,000 spectators |
| Boundary Lengths | Square: ~56–61 m (very short), Straight: ~69 m |
| Historic Records | – Virender Sehwag’s 219 vs West Indies (Dec 2011, then highest ODI score) – India’s 418/5 vs West Indies (highest ODI total at the ground) |
| Test Venue Status | Became India’s 22nd Test venue in 2016 (India vs New Zealand) |
| IPL Matches | Served as one of Punjab Kings’ home grounds |
| Unbeaten Streak | India held a perfect winning record in all formats here until South Africa broke it in a T20I (2022) |
| Unique Feature | Smallest boundaries among major Indian stadiums, making it a batsman-friendly venue |
Also see: Top 10 Largest Cricket Stadiums in the World 2025
8. I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
Opened in 1993, the I.S. Bindra Stadium quickly gained prominence. The venue rolled out one of the best wickets in the country.
While the pitches have become dull, the Mohali-based venue has hosted World Cup and IPL matches. It was a regular host to Punjab Kings’ home games in the IPL. Now, the 28,000-seater stadium hosts domestic matches from the region.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium |
| Common Name | PCA Stadium, Mohali |
| City | Mohali, Punjab, India |
| Establishment Year | 1993 |
| Owner / Operator | Punjab Cricket Association |
| End Names | Pavilion End, City End (Media End) |
| Renaming | Renamed in 2015 after Inderjit Singh Bindra (former BCCI president) |
| Seating Capacity | ~27,000 spectators |
| Boundary Lengths | ~75 m (straight and square boundaries; longer side compared to many Indian venues) |
| First ODI Match | Nov 22, 1993 – India vs South Africa |
| First Test Match | 1994 – India vs West Indies |
| World Cup Highlights | – 1996 WC Semi-final: Australia vs West Indies – 2011 WC Semi-final: India vs Pakistan (iconic high-pressure match) |
| Memorable Records | – Rohit Sharma’s 3rd ODI double century (208* vs Sri Lanka, 2017) – Shikhar Dhawan’s fastest debut century (187 vs Australia, 2013) |
| Unique Features | 16 low-height floodlight towers (due to proximity to Chandigarh Airport) |
7. Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot
Another stadium with a 28,000 spectator capacity. This one’s located in Gujarat. The Saurashtra Cricket Association owns the venue. The Niranjan Shah Stadium has been hosting international cricket regularly since 2013.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Niranjan Shah Stadium |
| Former Name | Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) Stadium |
| City | Rajkot, Gujarat, India |
| Establishment Year | 2008 (official inauguration in 2013) |
| Owner | Saurashtra Cricket Association |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Media End |
| Seating Capacity | ~28,000 spectators (future expansion possible) |
| Boundary Lengths | Main ground: ~90 m; Secondary ground: ~70 m |
| First International Match | Jan 11, 2013 – India vs England (ODI) |
| First Test Match | Nov 2016 – India vs England |
| Renaming | Renamed in Feb 2024 to honor Niranjan Shah (veteran cricketer & administrator) |
| IPL Matches | Served as home ground for Gujarat Lions (defunct) and other franchise games |
| Pitch Nature | Generally batting-friendly; known for high-scoring matches with consistent bounce |
| Architectural Features | Modern cantilevered design (no pillars obstructing views); media box inspired by Lord’s; rooftop solar power system installed |
6. ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
If a good viewing experience is what you prefer, then Visakhapatnam has the perfect stadium for you. The ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium offers equal viewing opportunities from each seat.
While its capacity is capped at 25,000, you won’t miss any action. The venue often dishes out high-scoring games.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium |
| Common Name | ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium |
| City | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Establishment Year | 2003 |
| Owner | Sports Authority of Andhra Pradesh |
| Operator | Andhra Cricket Association |
| End Names | Vizzy End, DV Subba Rao End |
| Seating Capacity | ~25,000 to 27,500 (with future expansion plans) |
| Boundary Lengths | Square boundaries ~60–65 m; generally batting-friendly |
| Historic Matches & Records | – MS Dhoni’s maiden ODI century (148 vs Pakistan, Apr 2005) – Yashasvi Jaiswal’s maiden Test double century (209 vs England, Feb 2024) – Rohit Sharma’s double century & twin tons (2019 Test vs South Africa) – R. Ashwin’s 7/145 (2019 Test vs South Africa) – India’s successful ODI chase of 292 vs Australia (2013) |
| IPL & Domestic Role | Home ground for Andhra cricket team; served as secondary home for Delhi Capitals and other IPL teams |
| Unique Features | Picturesque setting, lush green outfield, excellent drainage system; known for producing high-scoring encounters |
5. Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Dehradun
The tiny mountainous state of Uttarakhand hosts a marvellous cricket stadium. Some breathtaking mountain ranges peak over the Ranjiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
Situated in Dehradun, the venue has been a host for a few international matches. While the Indian hasn’t played a match here, Afghanistan have used the facility for their international fixtures. At a time, the Dehradun stadium can host 25,000 spectators for international matches.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium |
| City | Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India |
| Establishment Year | 2016 |
| Owner | Government of Uttarakhand |
| Operator | Cricket Association of Uttarakhand |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Southern End |
| Seating Capacity | ~25,000 spectators |
| Boundary Lengths | Built as per ICC standards (exact dimensions not publicly specified) |
| Historic Distinction | First international-standard cricket stadium in Uttarakhand |
| Afghanistan’s Home Venue | Served as Afghanistan national team’s home ground, hosting multiple international matches |
| First T20I Match | June 2018 – Afghanistan vs Bangladesh |
| First ODI Match | Feb 2019 – Afghanistan vs Ireland |
| First Test Match | Mar 2019 – Afghanistan vs Ireland |
| Domestic Cricket | Home ground for Uttarakhand cricket team (Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare, Syed Mushtaq Ali) |
| Unique Features | Scenic backdrop of Shivalik Hills, floodlights for day-night games, design inspired by Kumaoni Aipan art, equipped with clubhouse & modern amenities |
4. Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Come every IPL, there’s one stadium that turns up all pink. It’s the Sawai Mansingh Stadium situated in Pink City. Rajasthan Royals (RR) have their base here. And about 23,185 fans come to watch their home side in action. While the seating capacity is on the shorter side, the playing surface is much bigger. Batters often find it hard to clear the ropes in Jaipur.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (SMS Stadium) |
| City | Jaipur, Rajasthan, India |
| Establishment Year | 1969 |
| Owner | Government of Rajasthan |
| Operator | Rajasthan Cricket Association |
| End Names | Van Vihar Colony End, Garh Ganesh Temple End |
| Seating Capacity | ~30,000 spectators |
| Boundary Lengths | Straight: ~75+ m, Square: ~72 m (among the larger boundaries in India) |
| Historic Test Match | “Cricket for Peace” Test – India vs Pakistan, Feb 1987 (attended by Pakistan President Zia-ul-Haq) |
| IPL Significance | Home ground of Rajasthan Royals since IPL 2008; renowned for vibrant atmosphere |
| Memorable Records | – Highest ODI run chase in India: India (362/1) vs Australia, 2013 – MS Dhoni’s highest ODI score (183*) vs Sri Lanka, 2005 – Sohail Tanvir’s 6/14 (best IPL bowling figures, 2008) |
| Renovation | 2006 – major upgrades including world-class cricket academy, media rooms, and modern galleries |
3. HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala
If you are up for some cricket action with stunning views, then head to Dharamsala. The town is host to a magnificent cricket stadium. We are talking about the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium! It’s simply the most picturesque venue in world cricket.
While the stadium can accommodate 21,200 spectators, the breathtaking background makes up for the shorter capacity. The snow-covered Dhauladhar mountains add to the beauty of the venue.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium |
| City | Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India |
| Establishment Year | 2003 |
| Owner / Operator | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) |
| End Names | River End, College End |
| Altitude | ~1,457 m (4,780 ft) above sea level – one of India’s highest international cricket stadiums |
| Architecture | Inspired by Tibetan style, blended with Himachali traditional elements |
| Seating Capacity | ~21,200 to 23,000 spectators |
| Boundary Lengths | Average ~65–70 meters (smaller boundaries, high-scoring games possible) |
| First ODI Match | Jan 27, 2013 – India vs England |
| First Test Match | Mar 25–29, 2017 – India vs Australia |
| IPL Matches | Served as home ground for Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) |
| ICC Events | Hosted matches in ICC World T20 2016 & ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 |
| Unique Features | High altitude & open stands allow strong winds, aiding pacers; pitch offers bounce; spectacular backdrop of snow-covered Dhauladhar mountains |
2. Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai
Another stadium from Mumbai features on this list. And this one’s located quite close to the Wankhede Stadium. The Brabourne Stadium has a rich history. Why? It’s one of the oldest cricket venues in India. It was a prominent venue till the early 1970s. But it fell out of favour after Wankhede Stadium’s inauguration.
While international cricket hasn’t taken place since 2009, the Brabourne Stadium continues to host domestic and women’s cricket matches. It has a seating capacity of 20,000 spectators.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Brabourne Stadium |
| City | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Establishment Year | 1937 |
| Owner | Cricket Club of India (CCI) |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Church Gate End |
| Seating Capacity | ~20,000 (current) – historical records suggest up to 50,000 |
| Boundary Lengths | Square: ~65-70 m, Straight: ~58 m |
| Historic Matches | Hosted Bombay Pentangular (1937–1946), Test matches from 1948–1972 |
| Rivalry with Wankhede | Dispute with BCA over ticketing led to Wankhede Stadium’s construction |
| Return of Intl. Cricket | Hosted ICC Champions Trophy 2006 & India’s first-ever T20I in 2007 |
| Unique Record | Longest gap between two Tests at the same venue – 36 years (1973–2009) |
| IPL & Women’s Cricket | Venue for IPL matches and ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup |
| Other Events | Hosts football, tennis, cultural events, and concerts |
1. Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior
The Captain Roop Singh Stadium in Gwalior takes the top spot. Its 18,000 seating capacity makes it the smallest cricket stadium in India.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Captain Roop Singh Stadium |
| City | Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Establishment Year | 1978 |
| Owner | Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association |
| Operator | Gwalior Division Cricket Association |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Railway End |
| Seating Capacity | 18,000 |
| Boundary Lengths | Square: ~64-65 m, Straight: ~74 m |
| First ODI Played | January 22, 1988 (India vs West Indies) |
| Historic Record | Sachin Tendulkar’s 200* – First-ever men’s ODI double century (Feb 24, 2010, vs South Africa) |
| World Cup Match | Hosted a 1996 Cricket World Cup match (India vs West Indies) |
| Ranji Trophy Highlight | Hosted first and only day-night Ranji Trophy final (1996) |
| Future | Replaced by Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium as Gwalior’s primary international venue |
The stadium used to be a hockey ground before its conversion for cricket purposes. While the stadium no longer hosts any international cricket, it has seen some notable records unfold here.
Remember Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI double century? He scored the record knock at this very ground in 2010.
