Fact
| Category | Fact |
|---|---|
| Name | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Opened | 19th January 1992 |
| Capacity | 15000 |
| Conditions | The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will provide some seam movement for fast bowlers, especially with the new ball in the initial stages. |
| Location | Pakistan, Rawalpindi |
| Ends | Pavilion End, Shell End |
| Home | Pakistan, Rawalpindi |
| Floodlights | Yes |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, established in 1992, replaced Pindi Club Ground as an international venue. It is home to Islamabad United and the Northern cricket team. Before its construction, Rawalpindi Club Cricket Ground hosted international matches, including a Test against New Zealand in 1965.
The stadium gained prominence during the 1995-96 Cricket World Cup and became Pakistan’s 14th Test ground. Floodlights were added in 2001 ahead of the Australian tour. Located just 20 minutes from Islamabad, it is the only international cricket stadium in the Islamabad Capital Territory.
The stadium is also the home ground and debut venue for Shoaib Akhtar, the world’s fastest bowler. In the 2004 ODI series, Sachin Tendulkar scored a remarkable 141 against Pakistan here.
After a renovation, the venue hosted its first Test match in 15 years in December 2019, marking the return of international cricket to Rawalpindi.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Champions Trophy schedule
| Date | Time | Match | Teams | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 24 Feb ’25 | 2:30 PM (D/N) | 6th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand | ICC Champions Trophy |
| Tue, 25 Feb ’25 | 2:30 PM (D/N) | 7th Match, Group B | Australia vs South Africa | ICC Champions Trophy |
| Thu, 27 Feb ’25 | 2:30 PM (D/N) | 9th Match, Group A | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | ICC Champions Trophy |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ODI stats
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 26 |
| Matches won batting first | 11 |
| Matches won bowling first | 14 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 242 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 213 |
| Highest total recorded | 337/3 (48.2 Ovs) By PAK vs NZ |
| Lowest total recorded | 104/10 (33 Ovs) By ZIM vs SL |
| Highest score chased | 337/3 (48.2 Ovs) By PAK vs NZ |
| Lowest score defended | 206/9 (50 Ovs) By ENG vs PAK |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium T20I stats
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 8 |
| Matches won batting first | 0 |
| Matches won bowling first | 6 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 130 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 148 |
| Highest total recorded | 194/4 (19.2 Ovs) By NZ vs PAK |
| Lowest total recorded | 90/10 (18.1 Ovs) By NZ vs PAK |
| Highest score chased | 194/4 (19.2 Ovs) By NZ vs PAK |
| Lowest score defended | 0/0 (0 Ovs) By vs |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Test stats
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 16 |
| Matches won batting first | 3 |
| Matches won bowling first | 9 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 336 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 399 |
| Average 3rd innings Score | 231 |
| Average 4th innings Score | 151 |
| Highest total recorded | 657/10 (101 Ovs) By ENG vs PAK |
| Lowest total recorded | 112/10 (37.2 Ovs) By ENG vs PAK |
| Highest score chased | 220/8 (83.5 Ovs) By SL vs PAK |
| Lowest score defended | 187/10 (62.2 Ovs) By ZIM vs PAK |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium FAQs
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium was established in 1992.
The stadium has a seating capacity of 15000 spectators.
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium serves as the home ground for Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League team and the Northern cricket team.
Yes, Rawalpindi Stadium hosted matches in the 1996 Cricket World Cup, gaining prominence as a key international venue.
Rawalpindi Stadium offers a balanced pitch. Batters benefit from good bounce and pace, while bowlers, especially pacers, enjoy early assistance.
