Bombay Gymkhana, Cricket field in South Mumbai, India
The Bombay Gymkhana is a sports club in South Mumbai with multiple playing fields and facilities near Azad Maidan. The grounds include a cricket pitch, rugby field, tennis courts, and a swimming pool.
The club was founded in 1875 and hosted India's first Test match in 1933 against England, featuring players like CK Nayudu and Lala Amarnath. This match became a turning point for Indian cricket on the international stage.
The name gymkhana comes from British India's sport-and-social clubs, and this one was built as a British-only gentlemen's club. Its ground hosted the Bombay Pentangular cricket matches, a tournament with communal teams, before the Brabourne Stadium replaced it in 1937. Admission today is still reserved for members, and the Bombay Gymkhana Rugby Club plays as a tenant.
The grounds are accessible to members from early morning until late evening, with dining options available throughout the day. Visitors should check access requirements in advance, as entry depends on membership status.
On 10 December 2002 the ground hosted the first international cricket match played by disabled players, between India and England; India won the one-day game. The Australia team also practised here before facing India at the 1996 World Cup.
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