Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium facts for kids
The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, also known as the Naya Raipur International Cricket Stadium, is a large cricket ground located in Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. It is a special place where cricket matches are played.
This stadium is one of the biggest cricket stadiums in the world. It can hold about 65,000 people, which means a lot of fans can watch games there! It is the second largest cricket stadium in India, after the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The stadium first opened in 2008. Its very first match was played in 2010. This was a practice game between the Canada national cricket team and the team from Chhattisgarh. In 2013, the stadium became a second home ground for the Delhi Daredevils team in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The IPL is a very popular cricket tournament in India.
The stadium is named after a brave leader called Veer Narayan Singh. He was a landlord from a place called Sonakhan. Veer Narayan Singh led a fight for Indian independence in 1857 in the Chhattisgarh area. Naming the stadium after him honors his important role in history.
Stadium Facts and Features
This modern stadium is known for its great facilities. It has good seating and a clear view of the field from everywhere. The design helps fans enjoy the game comfortably. It is a popular spot for both local and international cricket events.
Hosting Important Matches
The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium has hosted many exciting matches. Besides the IPL games, it has also been a venue for other big tournaments. These events bring top cricket players to Naya Raipur. They also attract many cricket fans from all over.
External Links
- More About Chhattisgarh progress
Images for kids
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Top view of Shaheed Veer Narayan International Cricket Stadium
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Drone view of Raipur International cricket stadium during Road Safety World series 2020-2021
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SVNS International Stadium during Road Safety World Series 2020-2021
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SVNS International Stadium Raipur, during 2014 Champions League Twenty20
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During Road safety world series
