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Name:
Eden Gardens
Location:
Kolkata, India

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Description:
Eden Gardens

Eden Gardens was established in 1864 and is The Mecca of Indian Cricket”. It is noted for its atmosphere and passionate crowd.

  • Hosted India’s first-ever Day-Night Test (2019 vs Bangladesh, with pink ball).
  • Was the largest cricket stadium in India until the Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad) was expanded.
  • Known for roaring crowds, often exceeding 100,000 in pre-renovation days.

Notable Matches:

  • 1987 World Cup Final – First WC final held outside England.
  • 2001 India vs Australia Test – VVS Laxman (281) & Rahul Dravid (180) inspired a historic comeback win after a follow-on.
  • 2016 ICC T20 World Cup Final – West Indies defeated England in a thriller.

 

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