Eden Gardens

Eden Gardens is a historic international cricket stadium located in the B.B.D. Bagh area of central Kolkata, West Bengal, near the State Secretariat and Hooghly River. Established in 1864, it is the oldest cricket stadium in India and the second-largest cricket stadium in the country. Operated by the Cricket Association of Bengal, it serves as the home ground for the Bengal cricket team and Kolkata Knight Riders and is renowned for hosting major domestic and international matches.

Visitors can expect a large international cricket stadium set within an urban park area near the Maidan and Hooghly River. The venue features a vast oval field, tiered stands with capacity for about 66,000 spectators, pavilions, floodlight towers, electronic scoreboards, and the Cricket Association of Bengal facilities. On non-match days, visitors can view the exterior and, when available, take a guided tour of stands, dressing rooms and the club house. On match days, the atmosphere is lively with crowds, commentary and stadium amenities.

Established in 1864 and named after the Eden sisters of Governor-General Lord Auckland, Eden Gardens is the oldest cricket stadium in India. The first Test match was played here in January 1934 between India and England. It hosted the 1987 Cricket World Cup Final and numerous historic Tests, ODIs and T20Is. Originally built as part of Eden Gardens park, it has been renovated several times, including major upgrades before the 1987 World Cup and 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Known as the 'Mecca of Indian Cricket' and often called cricket's answer to the Colosseum, Eden Gardens holds iconic status among cricket fans in India and worldwide. It is the home of the Cricket Association of Bengal and Kolkata Knight Riders, and is celebrated for its knowledgeable and passionate crowd, traditional cricket culture, and association with major national cricketing moments.