K. D. Singh Babu Stadium, Lucknow, Cricket field in Hazratganj, Lucknow, India.
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium is a cricket field in central Lucknow with a grass pitch and capacity for roughly 25,000 spectators. The ground provides basic facilities for national and regional cricket events.
The ground opened in 1957 as Central Sports Stadium before taking its current name. It gained international standing when it hosted India's first Test match against Sri Lanka in 1994.
The stadium carries the name of K. D. Singh, a respected hockey player, and serves as the home ground for Uttar Pradesh's cricket team. Visitors watch local and regional matches that matter to the city's cricket community.
The ground sits near Parivartan Chowk with a metro station to the southwest. Since there are no floodlights, matches happen during daylight hours, so arrive early to secure a good spot.
England's women's team set a world record for the highest opening partnership during a match against India on this ground. This record-making event shows how the venue hosts important women's cricket moments.
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