Green Park Stadium
Kanpur, India
- Enjoy local street food
- Explore the stadium museum
- Take a stadium tour
- Watch a cricket match
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Description:
Green Park Stadium is a historic cricket stadium in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is the home ground of the Uttar Pradesh cricket team and has hosted numerous international cricket matches, including Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Known for its lively atmosphere and passionate cricket fans, the stadium offers a great experience for spectators. It has a seating capacity of around 32,000 and features modern facilities, including floodlights for day-night matches. Besides cricket, the stadium has also hosted other sporting events and cultural programs.
History:
Green Park Stadium was established in 1945 and is named after Madam Green, who used to practice horse riding at the site. The first Test match was held here in 1959 between India and Australia. Over the years, the stadium has witnessed many memorable cricketing moments, including Sunil Gavaskar's historic 10,000th Test run and Sachin Tendulkar's 50th Test century. The stadium underwent significant renovations and upgrades in the early 2000s to meet international standards. It continues to be a significant venue for cricket in India, hosting both domestic and international matches.