Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium

Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium is a large sports complex in Kaloor, a neighborhood of Kochi, with three tiers of seating that can hold 60,000 spectators. The facility includes a playing field used for both football and cricket, along with several buildings for athletes and administration.

The complex opened in 1996 and initially served mainly as a venue for football matches. From 1998 onward, the focus shifted to cricket matches, and the site became an important location for national competitions.

The complex bears the name of India's first Prime Minister and regularly hosts major sporting events that draw crowds from across Kerala. Fans gather here to follow important football and cricket matches, creating a lively environment that reflects the state's passion for both sports.

The complex has powerful floodlights for evening events and is reachable by several public transport options. Visitors find entrances on different sides of the facility, depending on the seating area.

During the 2016 Indian Super League final, the noise level inside the facility reached 128 decibels, one of the highest sound levels ever recorded at a sports venue. For comparison, a jackhammer generates around 120 decibels.

Location: Kochi

Official opening: 1996

Capacity: 60000

GPS coordinates: 9.99722,76.30111

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:55