Narendra Modi Stadium, Cricket stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad, India
The Narendra Modi Stadium is the largest cricket stadium in the world with a seating capacity of 132,000 spectators, located within the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave.
Originally constructed in 1982 and officially opened in November 1983, the stadium underwent complete reconstruction between 2015 and 2020 to achieve its current record-breaking capacity.
The stadium serves as a symbol of Indian cricket passion and hosts major international matches, political gatherings, and cultural events that reflect national pride and sporting excellence.
Operated by the Gujarat Cricket Association, the stadium is accessible via Stadium Road in Sabarmati and features four main entrance points with modern facilities for spectators and media.
The stadium hosted U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to India in February 2020 during the Namaste Trump event, welcoming over 100,000 attendees for this diplomatic occasion.
Location: Ahmedabad district
Inception: 1982
Official opening: November 12, 1983
Capacity: 132000
Operator: Gujarat Cricket Association
Part of: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave
Address: Stadium Road Motera, Sabarmati, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380005, India 380005 Ahmedabad
Phone: +917935201090
Website: https://gujaratcricketassociation.com/narendra-modi-stadium
GPS coordinates: 23.09167,72.59750
Latest update: November 24, 2025 13:29
This collection gathers the largest stadiums on the planet, ranked by seating capacity. From the Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, India, which hosts major cricket matches, to the vast American university arenas dedicated to football, and the May Day Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea, these sports facilities demonstrate the scale that infrastructures for competitions and mass gatherings can reach. Each stadium has its own identity: some are exclusively dedicated to a specific sport, while others serve as flexible venues capable of hosting various events. Their sizes enable them to accommodate between 100,000 and over 150,000 spectators, providing organizers the opportunity to gather large crowds for international competitions, national finals, or major ceremonies.
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