Facts:
| Fact | Details |
| Opened | 1864 |
| Capacity | 63,000 |
| Ends | High Court End, Pavilion End |
| Location | Kolkata, India |
| Time Zone | UTC +05:30 |
| Home To | Bengal, Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Curator | Probir Mukherjee |
Eden Gardens in Kolkata is the oldest cricket stadium in India. The stadium was established in 1864. It is situated near the B.B.D. Bagh Road in the city of Kolkata. With a seating capacity of 63,000, it is the second-largest cricket stadium in India. The stadium is owned by the Eastern Command of the Indian Army. The Eden Gardens are often referred to as the home of Indian cricket. It serves as the home ground for the Bengal Cricket Team and the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.
Eden Gardens Schedule
| Date | Time | Match | Teams | Venue | Series |
| Wed, 22 Jan ’25 | 19:00 | 1st T20I (N), England tour of India | India vs England | Eden Gardens | T20I Series |
| Thu, 23 Jan ’25 | 09:30 | Elite, Group C, Ranji Trophy | Bengal vs Haryana | Eden Gardens | Ranji Trophy |
| Thu, 30 Jan ’25 | 09:30 | Elite, Group C, Ranji Trophy | Bengal vs Punjab | Eden Gardens | Ranji Trophy |
Eden Gardens Test Records
| Fact | Details |
| Total Matches | 42 |
| Matches won batting first | 12 |
| Matches won bowling first | 10 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 323 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 314 |
| Average 3rd innings Score | 255 |
| Average 4th innings Score | 143 |
| Highest total recorded | 657/7 (178 Ovs) By IND vs AUS |
| Lowest total recorded | 90/10 (30 Ovs) By IND vs WI |
| Highest score chased | 120/2 (39.4 Ovs) By IND vs RSA |
| Lowest score defended | 163/10 (91 Ovs) By ENG vs IND |
Eden Gardens ODI Records
| Fact | Details |
| Total Matches | 32 |
| Most Runs | Sachin Tendulkar – 496 in 13 matches |
| Most Wickets | Anil Kumble – 14 wickets |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 245 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 206 |
| Highest Individual Score | Rohit Sharma – 264 off 173 balls |
| Best Bowling Figures | Anil Kumble – 6/12 |
| Highest Team Total | India – 404/5 (vs Sri Lanka, 2014) |
| Lowest Total | South Africa – 83 (vs India, WC 2023) |
| Highest Partnership | Virat Kohli & Gautam Gambhir – 224 runs (vs Sri Lanka) |
Eden Gardens T20I Records
| Fact | Details |
| Total Matches | 12 |
| Matches won batting first | 5 |
| Matches won bowling first | 7 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 155 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 137 |
| Highest total recorded | 201/5 (20 Ovs) By PAK vs BAN |
| Lowest total recorded | 70/10 (15.4 Ovs) By BAN vs NZ |
| Highest score chased | 162/4 (18.5 Ovs) By IND vs WI |
| Lowest score defended | 186/5 (20 Ovs) By IND vs WI |
Eden Gardens FAQs
When was Eden Gardens established?
Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India, was established in 1864.
What is the seating capacity of Eden Gardens?
The seating capacity of Eden Gardens is approximately 66,000 spectators.
Which domestic cricket team calls Eden Gardens its home ground?
Eden Gardens is the home ground of the Bengal cricket team in domestic tournaments and the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Has Eden Gardens hosted a Cricket World Cup match?
Yes, Eden Gardens has hosted multiple matches during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, including the famous 1987 World Cup semifinal between India and England.
Is Eden Gardens a batting or bowling pitch?
Eden Gardens is considered a balanced pitch, offering support to both batsmen and bowlers, although it generally favours bowlers, particularly spinners, in later stages of the game.
What types of international matches does Eden Gardens host?
Eden Gardens hosts a variety of international cricket matches, including Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
Has Eden Gardens ever hosted a Boxing Day Test?
No, Eden Gardens has never hosted a Boxing Day Test.
What memorable matches or moments have taken place at Eden Gardens?
The most memorable match at Eden Gardens was the 2001 Test between India and Australia, where India made a historic comeback to win after following on. The stadium also hosted the famous 1987 World Cup semifinal between India and England.
What memorable matches or moments have taken place at Eden Gardens?
The most memorable match at Eden Gardens was the 2001 Test between India and Australia, where India made a historic comeback to win after following on. The stadium also hosted the famous 1987 World Cup semifinal between India and England.
What memorable matches or moments have taken place at Eden Gardens?
The most memorable match at Eden Gardens was the 2001 Test between India and Australia, where India made a historic comeback to win after following on. The stadium also hosted the famous 1987 World Cup semifinal between India and England.
What are some challenges Eden Gardens faces as a cricket venue?
Eden Gardens faces challenges like crowd management, air pollution, and occasional issues with pitch consistency.
What are some challenges Eden Gardens faces as a cricket venue?
Eden Gardens faces challenges like crowd management, air pollution, and occasional issues with pitch consistency.
Which country is Eden Gardens in?
Eden Gardens is located in Kolkata, India.
