Ranasinghe Premadasa Stadium, Cricket stadium in Maligawatta, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Ranasinghe Premadasa Stadium is a cricket ground in Maligawatta with multiple grandstands that seat around 35,000 spectators. The complex includes modern player facilities, training pitches, and floodlights for evening events.
The ground opened in 1986 as Khettarama Cricket Stadium and was renamed in 1994 to honor a former president of the country. The renaming marked a significant moment in the venue's development.
The venue serves as a gathering place for cricket enthusiasts from across the city, where people come together to support their team and nurture local talent. It shapes the sporting identity of Colombo and remains central to how residents connect with the sport.
The stadium is located near Khettarama Road and is easily accessible by public transport. Arriving early helps secure good seating, especially during major matches.
The ground is known for hosting one of cricket's highest-scoring partnerships, which shows how competitive matches can be at this venue. Such performances make the location memorable for cricket enthusiasts.
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