The corresponding with VCA ground, commonly referred to as Jamtha Stadium, is a brilliant development for cricket in Nagpur,.
It started operating in 2008, replacing the previous VCA Ground and now is considered the new main stadium of the city.
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It is the second largest cricket stadium in India in terms of field area, after Eden Gardens in Kolkata, with a seating capacity of 45,000.
Key Features and History
Players and commentators have both praised the VCA Stadium’s facilities, which are quite impressive.
The stadium has also hosted many international matches including Tests and ODIs and T20Is.
It has been part of memorable cricketing moments, including India’s highest total in ODIs 354/7 against Australia in 2009.
Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report & Playing Conditions
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The VCA Stadium pitch is generally good for batting where the ball comes on nicely on the bat.
The square, however, has large boundaries which is not so bad for spinners.
All nine ODIs here, were won by the side batting second, with the winning ratio here for teams batting second at 66.67%. The average first innings score at this venue is in the range of 288 runs2.
Nagpur cricket stadium Memorable Matches
At VCA Stadium, one of the most exciting match was played between India and Australia in 2019 ODI, when India beat Australia by 8 runs. Part of India’s successful chase2 of 295, Virat Kohli’s 116-run innings was significant in sealing the victory.
VCA Stadium Upcoming Matches
India and England will kickstart the 2025 ODI World Cup at the VCA Stadium on February 6. The three-match ODI series, which will include this match, will be a build-up for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
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