Nehru Cricket Stadium is one of the oldest cricket stadiums of Guwahati. This multi-use stadium was inaugurated in the year 1962. The Board of Sports of Assam Government is entrusted with the responsibility to manage this stadium.
Nehru Cricket Stadium is a popular venue for both cricket as well as football matches. The stadium is very spacious and can accommodate approximately 25,000 spectators at a time. The Nehru Stadium Ground is situated within the premises of the R.G. Baruah Sports Complex. The stadium was renovated for the 33rd National Games held in the year 2007. Almost 9 ODIs have been played in this stadium. Out of which India played 6 of these cricket matches.
In the Hero Cup match held in the year 1993, South Africa defeated Sri Lanka with 78 runs. In 1994 the Wills World Series game and in 1996 the Titan Cup game was held in the stadium. The last ODI to be played in Nehru Cricket Stadium was between India & Pakistan on 5th November, 2007. The next ODI match is scheduled to be played on 29th September, 2008 between India and England.
Getting to Nehru Cricket Stadium is very easy. The Stadium is located at Stadium Road in Guwahati, India. One can take auto, bus or cab to reach the stadium.
Last Updated on 24 August 2012
