Palam A Stadium, also known as Palam A Cricket Ground, is a domestic cricket venue located in Delhi. The ground is associated with the Services cricket team and has hosted First-Class, List A and domestic T20 matches.
An important venue in India's domestic cricket circuit, Palam A Stadium has witnessed several matches featuring state and regional teams. Its playing conditions, pitch behaviour and ground dimensions offer useful insights into how the venue supports batting and bowling performances.
Explore the Palam A Stadium pitch report, boundary length, highest scores, cricket records and notable performances in this detailed PitchVaani ground guide.
| Ground detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Ground identity | Palam A Stadium / Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi |
| Other record labels | Air Force Station; Airforce Complex ground, Palam, New Delhi |
| Location | Dwarka Road, Sport View, Palam Air Force Base / Delhi Cantonment, Delhi |
| Home team | Services |
| Documented formats | First-class, List A and domestic Twenty20 |
| Venue distinction | Palam A Stadium is separate from Palam B Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi. |
Reported as established in 1958, Palam A Stadium in Delhi has been an important domestic-cricket venue, particularly for the Services team. It is also recorded as Airforce Complex Ground and Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, in the Palam Air Force Base / Delhi Cantonment area.
Read about the history of Palam A Stadium
Historical Domestic T20 records at Palam A suggest relatively low-scoring, pace-leaning conditions, offering a useful guide for disciplined fast bowling. These scoring trends describe a historical sample, not a current inspection of the pitch.
Spinners can become effective when a used surface offers turn and grip, but that is general match-day advice rather than a verified long-format advantage at Palam A. The surface, weather and team strengths should guide expectations.
Upcoming matches: BCCI lists Services vs Gujarat from 24–27 January 2027 and Delhi vs Maharashtra from 1–4 February 2027 at the Airforce Complex Ground Palam venue in Ranji Trophy Elite 2026–27.
Recent matches: Maharashtra beat Services by 127 runs on 11–14 October 2026, and Bengal beat Services by 60 runs on 18–21 October. See the dated fixture and completed-match tables below.
Read more about matches at Palam A Stadium
Palam A Stadium is situated in the Palam Air Force Station area of Delhi Cantonment. Visitors can reach the surrounding locality by train, car, bus or Delhi Metro, with an onward local transfer towards the authorised stadium entrance.
Read more about how to reach Palam A StadiumVenue distinction: Palam A Stadium is separate from Palam B Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi.
Follow the Ranji Trophy 2026–27 on PitchVaani for the season schedule, results and scorecards.
The following Ranji Trophy Elite 2026–27 fixtures are listed for Palam A / Airforce Complex Ground Palam. Dates show the scheduled match window; fixtures can change.
Recent completed Ranji Trophy Elite 2026–27 matches recorded at Airforce Complex Ground Palam, New Delhi.
Checked 6 November 2026 against BCCI match records and the Palam A venue listing. The Delhi–Gujarat match of 18–21 October 2026 was at Palam II / Palam B and is excluded from this Palam A table.
Established in 1958, Palam A Stadium in Delhi has been an important venue for India's domestic cricket, particularly for the Services team. Also recorded as Airforce Complex Ground and Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, it is located in the Palam Air Force Base / Delhi Cantonment area.
The venue profile records 1958 as the establishment year. Palam A has a longstanding association with Services cricket, and Delhi and Railways have also played here.
One of the earliest recorded first-class matches at Palam A was Services vs Patiala in the 1958–59 Ranji Trophy, beginning on 23 December 1958.
Another early Ranji Trophy fixture followed from 27 December 1958, when Services played Eastern Punjab at the ground.
Over the years, the venue has hosted domestic cricket including the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, spanning first-class, List A and Twenty20 formats.
The Air Force Sports Complex at Palam was approved as a Cricket World Cup practice venue. Contemporary reporting allocated 19 of 43 planned practice sessions to Palam; the figure describes the plan, not a separately verified count of completed sessions.
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Sporting Facilities | Services-associated domestic cricket ground with documented first-class, List A and T20 matches. |
| Accessibility | Visitors with accessibility requirements should request event-specific entry, drop-off and parking arrangements from the organiser; availability is not confirmed here. |
| General Facilities | Confirm restroom and other basic amenity arrangements for the specific fixture before travelling. |
| Admission | The Air Force Station / Delhi Cantonment setting makes spectator entry permission- and match-dependent. Do not assume unrestricted public access. |
Palam A Stadium is situated in the Palam Air Force Station area of Delhi Cantonment. Visitors can reach the surrounding locality by train, car, bus or Delhi Metro, with an onward local transfer towards the authorised stadium entrance.
Address: Dwarka Road, Sport View, Palam Air Force Base / Delhi Cantonment, Delhi
Palam Railway Station and Delhi Cantonment Railway Station are nearby rail options. New Delhi Railway Station is another major connection. From the station, continue by auto-rickshaw or taxi towards the stadium area.
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Reach the Palam locality through Dwarka Road and nearby Delhi Cantonment roads. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a useful connection, with distance varying by terminal. Travel time depends on traffic and the permitted stadium entry route.
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DTC services connect the Palam and Manglapuri areas with other parts of Delhi. Manglapuri Bus Terminal and Palam Metro Station are local connection points; use a connecting auto or other local transport towards the stadium area.
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Palam, Sadar Bazar Cantonment and Terminal 1–IGI Airport stations are on the Magenta Line. From the chosen station, continue by auto or taxi towards the Palam stadium area. Station proximity is not confirmation of access through a particular defence-area gate.
Delhi Airport's Terminal 1 has Magenta Line connectivity. The airport also offers taxi, cab, bus and private-car connections. Plan the onward transfer around the actual terminal and the authorised stadium entrance.
| Transport hub | Approximate distance |
|---|---|
| Palam Railway Station | 4–5 km |
| Delhi Cantonment Railway Station | 5–7 km |
| New Delhi Railway Station | 19–20 km |
| Palam Metro Station | 3.5–4 km |
| Sadar Bazar Cantonment Metro Station | About 2 km |
| Terminal 1–IGI Airport Metro Station | 1–1.5 km |
| Indira Gandhi International Airport | 3–5 km, terminal-dependent |
These supplied approximate distances are area-level planning estimates, not verified measurements to the authorised stadium gate. Check the actual route before travel.
Important: Palam A Stadium is in a defence-controlled area. Public entry is subject to permission and match-specific arrangements. Confirm the authorised entry gate before travelling.
Depends on match organisers and event arrangements.
No standard public ticket price verified.
Valid permission or entry pass may be required.
Availability depends on venue security arrangements.
Palam A Stadium is located in an Air Force-controlled area. Confirm spectator access, match-day entry gates and ID requirements with the event organiser before visiting.
Plan around Palam-area seasonal weather with this six-period guide. Climate normals describe long-term patterns, not today’s forecast or a measured pitch advantage.
Weather: Cold mornings, fog and dew can affect visibility and the outfield.
Bowling impact: Seamers may benefit from suitable early moisture; grip and dew should be checked rather than assumed.
Batting impact: Batters may need patience early in a cool morning and should allow for reduced visibility.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Weather: Afternoons become much warmer while normal rainfall remains low. Isolated storms can still interrupt play.
Bowling impact: Bowlers should adapt to a drying surface and manage hydration as afternoon temperatures rise.
Batting impact: Dry conditions can support stroke play when the pitch is well prepared, but afternoon heat requires stamina.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Weather: Intense heat, dry spells and occasional dust storms or pre-monsoon thunderstorms may affect play. Normal rainfall increases in June.
Bowling impact: Fast bowlers may face fatigue and need to manage their workload. Dry surfaces may bring spinners into play.
Batting impact: Batters can benefit from dry conditions, but prolonged innings can be physically demanding in extreme heat.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Weather: High humidity, cloudy skies and frequent monsoon showers can interrupt matches. This is the wettest two-month part of the normal year.
Bowling impact: Overcast conditions may assist seam movement when the pitch and ball permit it. Wet balls and damp outfields can make bowling and fielding challenging.
Batting impact: Moisture and rain interruptions may affect stroke play; a wet outfield can slow boundary scoring.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Weather: Rainfall normally falls sharply from September to October. Days remain warm while nights become cooler.
Bowling impact: Bowlers should assess remaining surface moisture; neither pace nor spin assistance is guaranteed by the calendar.
Batting impact: A drier outfield can aid scoring, while the pitch preparation and any remaining moisture remain important.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Weather: Days cool, normal rainfall is low and fog becomes more frequent towards December. Dew is possible under suitable conditions.
Bowling impact: Cooler conditions may offer early movement, while dew can affect grip. Spinners should judge the actual surface and ball condition.
Batting impact: Batters should adapt to cool starts and fog-related visibility changes; no season alone guarantees a batting advantage.
Delhi seasonal-context image—not a Palam A Stadium photograph.
Source: IMD New Delhi (Palam), 1991–2020 normals. Temperature bands compare the constituent months’ mean daily maximum and minimum—not extreme readings. Rainfall bands compare those months’ normal monthly totals, not rain probabilities. Bowling and batting impacts are general, conditional cricket guidance, not verified season-specific venue statistics.
Check the current IMD Delhi forecast and the organiser’s match update close to the visit date. No current rain probability or guaranteed match-day temperature is claimed.
Four supplied Palam A ground photos, shown whole with their original credits.
Compare PitchVaani's practical venue assessment with clearly attributed visitor feedback.
Google Maps snapshot checked 6 November 2026, 17:51 IST. Ratings and review counts can change.
PitchVaani assessment based on the documented venue guide; not visitor quotations or a firsthand inspection. Factual references include ESPNcricinfo, CricketArchive, India Today and BCCI match records.
The ground provides a dedicated cricket environment; its playing surface may be suitable for competitive domestic cricket. This is editorial wording, not a current turf inspection.
Palam A Stadium has hosted several domestic cricket matches, making it a recognised venue in Delhi’s cricket circuit.
Unlike large commercial stadiums, it may offer a more traditional cricket-ground setting, particularly for domestic fixtures.
Its association with the Air Force cricket setup supports its role as an important cricket venue for organised sporting activities; the wording does not guarantee visitor facilities.
Situated in the Palam area, the stadium is accessible from different parts of Delhi, subject to traffic conditions.
The venue has provided a platform for domestic and developing cricketers to compete and gain match experience.
Its established history in Delhi cricket gives it significance beyond simply hosting individual matches.
PitchVaani assessment based on the documented venue guide; not visitor quotations or a current facilities inspection. Amenities, parking, seating and entry remain match- and organiser-dependent.
Compared with major international stadiums, spectator amenities and seating infrastructure may be relatively basic.
The stadium’s association with the Air Force may mean access is subject to security rules and permissions.
Visitors may need to check parking arrangements before attending matches, as public parking facilities are not clearly documented.
The venue may not offer the range of hospitality suites, corporate boxes and premium seating available at larger cricket stadiums.
Spectators may find fewer commercial attractions, food outlets and entertainment options than at major international venues.
Details about ticket booking, seating arrangements and visitor entry procedures can be difficult to find.
Compared with Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium, Palam A Stadium has a smaller profile in international cricket.
Selected short excerpts from public Google Maps reviews. Individual opinions are not verified guarantees of current facilities or entry.
Palam A Stadium, also known as Air Force Station or Model Sports Complex, is a cricket ground in Dwarka Road, Palam, New Delhi.Read on Google Maps
Visited the ground to watch Ranji Trophy match between Services and Maharashtra. Good ground with great outfield.Read on Google Maps
Poor work done no body is allowed in ground then why they build this ground for show offRead on Google Maps
Palam A Stadium is located in the Palam Air Force Station area of Delhi Cantonment, Delhi.
The ground is also recorded as Airforce Complex Ground and Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex, Delhi. These Palam A records should not be confused with Palam B Ground.
Palam A Stadium is reported to have been established in 1958 and has hosted domestic cricket for several decades.
Unofficial user-provided estimates put square boundaries at around 60–62 metres and straight boundaries at approximately 64–66 metres. These are not officially confirmed measurements; the rope position can vary by match.
The checked historical domestic T20 summary suggests a relatively modest-scoring, bowling-friendly trend. Conditions can vary with the match format, pitch preparation and weather, so this is not a prediction for every match.
Spinners can contribute when a used surface offers grip or wear, especially in longer-format cricket. This is conditional playing guidance rather than a permanent or guaranteed feature of the ground.
The Services cricket team uses Palam A as one of its home venues for domestic cricket. The ground has also hosted domestic matches involving other teams.
Ticket availability depends on the match arrangements. Spectators should confirm entry permission and ticket information with the event organisers before visiting.
Visitors can use the Delhi Metro Magenta Line to reach area-level stations such as Palam, Sadar Bazar Cantonment or Terminal 1–IGI Airport, followed by local transport. The final station and route should suit the authorised event gate.
Palam A is primarily known for domestic cricket, not as a regular international-match venue. In 2011, the Palam Air Force Sports Complex was approved for World Cup practice preparations, with 19 sessions planned there; practice use is different from hosting an official international match.
There is no verified all-format, all-time performer ranking for the ground. One documented match standout was Services’ Surendra Nath, who took seven wickets across the match against Patiala on 23–24 December 1958; this is a match example, not an all-time venue award.
A verified all-time Palam A wicketkeeping leaderboard was not available in the checked sources. No player is named as the best wicketkeeper without venue-specific catches and stumpings data.
Deepak Punia’s 6/14 for Services against Haryana on 26 March 2015 is listed as the best bowling analysis in the checked historical domestic T20 venue summary. This is a format-labelled record in that source, not a verified all-format, all-time ranking.
No separate all-time Palam A spinner leaderboard was verified. A spinner should not be named the venue’s best using tournament-wide or career wicket totals.
Mukul Dagar’s 99 not out from 56 balls for Haryana against Punjab on 20 October 2010 is listed as the highest individual score in the checked historical domestic T20 venue summary. It is not being presented as a verified all-format, all-time batting record.
Explore archived local and amateur cricket tournaments associated with Palam A. These past-event cards are separate from the domestic fixtures listed above.
The periods below identify the archive entries. The Challenger Trophy (Delhi) 2018 card refers to the documented 1 October match, not its full tournament schedule.
January–April 2026
Cricket · Past event. Listed period: January–April 2026. Recorded matches at Palam A took place on 5 and 12 April 2026.
November 2025–February 2026
Cricket · Past archive period: November 2025–February 2026. The Palam A archive does not provide a complete date-by-date schedule.
August–September 2023
Cricket · Past event. Listed period: August–September 2023; documented Palam A matches were played on 27 August 2023.
September–October 2021
Cricket · Past archive period: September–October 2021. Exact Palam A match days are not available in the retained listing.
September 2021
Cricket · Past event, September 2021. Palam A Stadium is listed among the tournament locations; a complete ground-specific schedule is not available.
October 2018 · documented match: 1 October
Cricket · A documented 50-over Round One match was played at Palam A on 1 October 2018. This date is not the full tournament schedule.
Ground archive source: CricHeroes Palam A Stadium archive.
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