IND vs BAN: 10 lesser known facts about MA Chidambaram a.k.a Chepauk Stadium

IND vs BAN: 10 lesser-known facts about MA Chidambaram a.k.a Chepauk Stadium

Sports By: Moneycontrol - Sports Desk Date: September 18, 2024

Let's have a look at 10 lesser known facts about M. A. Chidambaram Stadium also known as Chepauk Stadium.

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M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is the oldest cricket ground in India, dating back to its establishment in 1916.

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This historic venue hosted India's inaugural Test match against England in 1934, marking a significant milestone in the nation's cricketing history.

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From 1959 to 1988, Chepauk was the home of the famous Pongal Test, a cricketing tradition celebrated during the harvest festival in second week of January.

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India registered their maiden Test victory at this stadium, defeating England by an innings and 8 runs.

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Sunil Gavaskar surpassed Don Bradman's record of 29 Test centuries at this iconic venue.

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Saeed Anwar's record-breaking 194-run innings against Zimbabwe at Chepauk stood as the highest individual ODI score for over a decade.

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Sachin Tendulkar's courageous 136-run innings against Pakistan in 1999, despite battling back spasms, remains one of his greatest Test performances.

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With a seating capacity of over 50,000 spectators, M. A. Chidambaram is one of the largest cricket stadiums in India.

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M. A. Chidambaram serves as the home ground for Chennai Super Kings team

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The first ever Ranji Trophy game was played at this venue on November 4, 1934

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