M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Cricket stadium in Chepauk, India
The M. A. Chidambaram Stadium is a cricket ground in the Chepauk neighborhood of Chennai with seating for 38,000 spectators on permanent stands. The playing surface meets professional standards and offers modern facilities for players and staff.
The ground was established in 1916 and became the site of India's first test win in cricket in 1952 against the English team. In 1986 it hosted one of only two tied test matches in cricket history.
The venue is named after a former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and locals commonly refer to it simply as Chepauk, after the historic neighborhood. Visitors notice the close relationship between spectators and the playing area, which defines the experience at this older ground.
The ground sits near Marina Beach and is accessible by different transport options, including the Chennai MRTS line and the Government Estate Metro station. Entry and seating arrangements depend on the type of event, so checking access details beforehand helps plan the visit.
In 2016 India scored its highest test match total here with 759 runs against England, including a rare triple century by Karun Nair. This match marked a turning point in Indian test history and demonstrated the home team strength on this playing surface.
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