Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, located in Hyderabad, Telangana, is a historic cricket ground distinct from the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, also known as Uppal Stadium. While Uppal Stadium is Hyderabad’s main venue for modern international cricket, Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium has its own place in the city’s cricket history. This guide covers its history, pitch report, ground records, notable matches, key facilities and location to help cricket fans explore the venue.
Historical photograph uploaded in 2007; not evidence of current stadium conditions.
Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
Established
1950 (reported)
Former name
Fateh Maidan
Renamed
1967
Men’s Test span
1955–1988
Men’s ODI span
1983–2003
Reported capacity
30,000
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Ground detail
Information
Ground
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Former name
Fateh Maidan
Location
Basheerbagh Road, Hyderabad
Venue distinction
Not Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal
Reported capacity
30,000
Ends
Pavilion End and Hill Fort End
Fateh Maidan viewed from the grandstand in the 1930s, during an address by Nizam Asaf Jah VII. This predates the modern stadium.Unknown author / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop.
History of Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, is a historic cricket ground in Telangana, formerly known as Fateh Maidan. The stadium hosted its first Test match in November 1955, when India faced New Zealand. It was renamed after former Indian Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri in 1967 and went on to host several important domestic and international cricket matches.
The ground has witnessed memorable moments in Indian cricket history, including matches during the 1987 Cricket World Cup. It also hosted international encounters featuring India and New Zealand, making it a notable venue in Hyderabad’s cricket history.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, photographed in 2017. Not a current pitch-condition assessment.Adbh266 / Wikimedia Commons · CC0 1.0 · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Pitch Report
Feature
Description
Pitch Type
Red soil (reported, not independently verified); generally slow and low
Batting
Batting-friendly once settled
Bowling
Spinners may benefit as the pitch wears
Current Status
No longer hosts international cricket; domestic and local sporting use may continue
These are historical/general pitch descriptions, not a current ground inspection. Match-day preparation may differ.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, photographed in 2017. Venue view; not an identified cricket match.Adbh266 / Wikimedia Commons · CC0 1.0 · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop.
Matches at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Hyderabad, formerly known as Fateh Maidan, has hosted Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket matches featuring India and other international teams. The venue’s international cricket history includes memorable contests from the 1980s and 1990s, as well as its final men’s ODI in November 2003.
Main gate of Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, photographed on 23 October 2022.adbh266 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lb_Stadium_main_Gate,_Hyderabad.jpg · Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
How to Reach Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad
Use LB Stadium’s Basheerbagh Road address for central Hyderabad. Check the gate named by your organiser before arranging the final rail, bus, taxi or road transfer.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Hyderabad, Telangana, has a long sporting history dating back to its origins as Fateh Maidan. The ground hosted international cricket for several decades, including Test matches, One Day Internationals and memorable World Cup encounters. Its history reflects Hyderabad’s contribution to Indian cricket before the newer international venue in Uppal took over.
Fateh Maidan: Historical origins
Fateh Maidan means “Victory Ground”. Telangana Tourism associates the historic open ground with the Qutb Shahi period and Aurangzeb’s victory over Golconda in 1687. This background predates the modern stadium.
1950: Establishment of the stadium
Published venue histories list the modern stadium’s establishment in 1950. It developed into a ground for cricket and other sporting events in Hyderabad.
19–24 November 1955: First Test match
India faced New Zealand in the ground’s first men’s Test. India declared at 498/4 in its first innings and the match ended in a draw. Polly Umrigar scored 223.
1967: Renamed Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Published venue histories date the renaming to 1967. Previously known as Fateh Maidan, the stadium was named after India’s former Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri.
10 September 1983: First men’s ODI
India beat Pakistan by four wickets in the venue’s first men’s ODI. Pakistan made 151/8 and India reached 152/6.
10 October 1987: A memorable World Cup match
New Zealand defeated Zimbabwe by three runs during the 1987 Cricket World Cup. Dave Houghton scored 142 as Zimbabwe made 239 in reply to New Zealand’s 242/7.
2–6 December 1988: Final men’s Test
India defeated New Zealand by 10 wickets in the last men’s Test at the ground. New Zealand scored 254 and 124; India replied with 358 and 22/0.
8 November 1999: Tendulkar–Dravid’s 331-run stand
Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid shared a 331-run partnership against New Zealand. Tendulkar made 186 not out and Dravid 153 as India reached 376/2 and won by 174 runs.
15 November 2003: Final men’s ODI
India beat New Zealand by 145 runs in the venue’s final listed men’s ODI. India scored 353/5, with centuries from Virender Sehwag and Sachin Tendulkar; New Zealand were dismissed for 208.
International cricket moves to Uppal
As Hyderabad’s cricket infrastructure developed, Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal became the city’s main international venue. LBS Stadium remains a historic sporting landmark with an established role in the city’s sports complex.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Quick Facts
Venue-specific facts and clearly labelled information gaps.
30,000Reported venue capacity; not an independently verified current sellable-seat count.
Established
1950Stadium establishment date; distinct from the older Fateh Maidan ground history.
Renamed
1967
Ends
Pavilion End and Hill Fort End
International span
Men’s Tests: 1955–1988; men’s ODIs: 1983–2003
Facilities at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Hyderabad
The LB Stadium–Fateh Maidan complex supports several sports. Facility descriptions draw on the Sports Authority of Telangana’s current listings and the complex’s documented sports venues.
Main outdoor ground: The open-air ground has a documented history of cricket, football, athletics and major sporting events. Its current configuration depends on the activity or event.
Indoor sports venue: An indoor stadium is documented within the Fateh Maidan sports complex. Check the relevant sport and booking arrangements rather than assuming unrestricted access.
Tennis facilities: The complex includes documented tennis facilities, and the Sports Authority lists lawn-tennis coaching at LB Stadium. Court availability depends on the current programme.
Swimming pool: A swimming-pool facility serves the sports complex. Coaching schedules, maintenance and venue rules determine access.
Gymnastics and boxing halls: The complex has documented gymnastics and boxing training facilities, with strength-training support. A current inventory of treadmills or weight machines has not been confirmed.
Volleyball and other courts: Volleyball is included in the Sports Authority’s current LB Stadium listing. Training sessions and court use should be checked before visiting.
The official booking listing also names parking, drinking water, first aid, changing rooms and showers. Confirm current access, opening times and event arrangements before visiting.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Hyderabad Records & Stats
These are men’s international records for the historic central-Hyderabad ground, not Uppal Stadium. Women’s and youth matches are separate categories.
Men’s Test records
Men’s Test records
Record
Test cricket
Matches
3 men’s Tests
International span
19 November 1955–6 December 1988
Highest team innings
India 498/4 declared v New Zealand, 1955
Lowest completed innings
India 89 v New Zealand, 1969
Highest individual score
Polly Umrigar 223 v New Zealand, 1955
Best innings bowling
Subhash Gupte 7/128 v New Zealand, 1955
Men’s ODI records
Men’s ODI records
Record
One Day Internationals
Matches
14 men’s ODIs
International span
10 September 1983–15 November 2003
Highest team innings
India 376/2 v New Zealand, 8 November 1999
Lowest completed innings
Zimbabwe 99 v West Indies, 21 November 1993
Highest individual score
Sachin Tendulkar 186* v New Zealand, 8 November 1999
Best innings bowling
Manoj Prabhakar 5/35 v Sri Lanka, 18 February 1994
Notable partnership
Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid: 331 runs v New Zealand, 1999
Source: ESPNcricinfo venue records and scorecards, checked 30 October 2026. Historical figures do not establish present-day pitch conditions.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Match Updates
Upcoming matches
No upcoming fixture at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium has been confirmed in the checked sources as of 30 October 2026. Hyderabad fixtures at Uppal are not fixtures at this ground.
Completed matches
Selected historical men’s international matches at the ground:
Selected completed matches
Date
Format
Match and result
19–24 Nov 1955
Men’s Test
India v New Zealand — drawn. India 498/4d; New Zealand 326 and 212/2.
10 Sep 1983
Men’s ODI
India beat Pakistan by 4 wickets. Pakistan 151/8; India 152/6.
10 Oct 1987
Men’s World Cup ODI
New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by 3 runs. New Zealand 242/7; Zimbabwe 239. Dave Houghton 142.
2–6 Dec 1988
Men’s Test
India beat New Zealand by 10 wickets. New Zealand 254 and 124; India 358 and 22/0.
8 Nov 1999
Men’s ODI
India beat New Zealand by 174 runs. India 376/2; New Zealand 202.
15 Nov 2003
Men’s ODI
India beat New Zealand by 145 runs. India 353/5; New Zealand 208.
Swipe the table on small screens. These six selected results are not a complete venue archive.
How to Reach Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Hyderabad
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium is in the Basheerbagh–Fateh Maidan area of central Hyderabad. Use the organiser’s gate details and a current route planner for your final approach.
Assembly Metro station on the Red Line is a useful reference: the official station page lists LB Stadium as a nearby landmark. Check the exit and final walking route for the gate named by your organiser.
By Bus
Use a current city-bus service toward central Hyderabad and check stops around Basheerbagh, Abids or Nampally. Assembly Metro’s official information also identifies a bus stop; confirm the return service for your event time.
By Train
Hyderabad Deccan, commonly called Nampally, is a nearby mainline rail reference. From Nampally or Secunderabad station, plan the last transfer by Metro, auto or taxi to the stadium’s Basheerbagh Road address.
By Car or Taxi
Set your destination to Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Basheerbagh Road, central Hyderabad—not Uppal Stadium. Check event diversions and parking arrangements before travelling.
By Air
Fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), then arrange an authorised taxi, app cab or suitable airport-bus connection. Pushpak Airport Liner services are available; check the current route and your final connection to the stadium.
Approximate distances to Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium
Approximate stadium distances
Starting point
Approximate distance
Assembly Metro station
Approx. 0.3–0.5 km
Hyderabad Deccan / Nampally station
Approx. 1–1.5 km
Secunderabad railway station
Approx. 7–8 km
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Approx. 28–32 km
Basheerbagh area
Approx. 0.5–1 km
Abids area
Approx. 1–2 km
Lakdikapul area
Approx. 2–3 km
These are approximate orientation ranges, not surveyed distances or guaranteed walking routes. The selected stadium gate, station exit and road route can change the distance. Confirm your route in a current map.
Transport image credits
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Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Tickets: Booking, Prices & Entry Information
Planning to attend an event at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium? Check ticket availability, entry rules, parking arrangements and current public access before visiting.
Ticket Booking and Entry Details
Match availability
Check the competition organiser’s fixture notice before planning a visit; a listed ground does not imply that a public event is on today.
Ticket prices
No universal match-ticket rate is stated here. Use the organiser’s fixture-specific price and authorised booking route.
Entry gates
Follow the gate and identity-check instructions on your event notice or ticket. Do not assume the training or club entrance is the spectator gate.
Parking and access
Confirm vehicle entry, accessible routes and parking with the venue before travelling.
Training versus admission
Academy fees, club membership and sports-facility bookings are separate from spectator admission.
Before you leave
Carry the organiser’s instructions and check any change to the match time, weather or access arrangements.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Hyderabad Weather
Weather can affect outdoor sporting events at the Basheerbagh ground. Review the city forecast, rain risk and venue instructions before travelling; this is a checked forecast snapshot, not an automatically updating feed.
Current weather in Hyderabad
28°CPatchy light drizzle Provider-reported Hyderabad city conditions
Checked 30 October 2026, 5:04 PM IST. Source: World Weather Online. This is city-level information, not a reading taken at the stadium.
Today’s forecast range22–32°C
Evening rain forecastLight rain possible
Evening forecast humidity74%
Evening forecast wind14 km/h
Match-day weather conditions
Temperature and heat
The provider’s forecast high for 30 October is 32°C. Carry drinking water where permitted and plan suitable sun protection for an outdoor event.
Rain and delays
Light rain is forecast for the evening. Rain could interrupt an outdoor event or leave wet playing areas; follow organiser announcements rather than assuming that a fixture will go ahead unchanged.
Humidity and playing conditions
The evening forecast includes 74% humidity and winds around 14 km/h. Actual play depends on rainfall, drainage, the playing surface and officials’ decisions—not the city forecast alone.
Seven-day Hyderabad weather outlook
Seven-day Hyderabad weather outlook
Date
Forecast high
City forecast
30 October
32°C
Sunny spells; evening light rain
31 October
32°C
Overcast
1 November
32°C
Patchy rain nearby
2 November
31°C
Sunny
3 November
29°C
Sunny
4 November
27°C
Patchy rain nearby
5 November
29°C
Patchy rain nearby
30 October–5 November 2026 outlook, checked 30 October at 5:04 PM IST. Forecasts may change. Check the latest official city warnings before your visit.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Images
Available venue photography is shown with its supplied credit. If no verified venue photograph is available, a neutral placeholder is used.
Historical photograph uploaded in 2007; not evidence of current stadium conditions.
Lal Bahadur Stadium, Hyderabad Reviews
Pros and Cons below are editorial guidance based on venue information and the cited visitor accounts. Real Reviews contains paraphrases of identifiable public reviews—not new quotations or a PitchVaani rating.
Pros
Central Hyderabad setting: The stadium is in the Basheerbagh–Fateh Maidan area, with central-city transport references and Assembly Metro nearby. Check your event gate and final walking route.
Cricket history: The venue has hosted men’s Tests and ODIs, including Tendulkar and Dravid’s 331-run partnership. It offers a different historical context from the newer stadium at Uppal.
Multi-sport complex: Official and documented listings cover several sports at the LB Stadium complex. Coaching or facility access depends on the current programme and permissions.
Cons
Event exits and crowd movement: One Tripadvisor visitor, writing in December 2019 about a November visit, described confusing exits and crowd pushing. This is a dated, event-specific account, not a claim about every visit.
Entry and parking need a fresh check: A historical visitor’s account cannot establish today’s entry rules. Confirm the organiser’s gate, access restrictions and parking arrangements before travelling.
Older feedback is not a current inspection: The attributable reviews below date from 2017–2019. They should not be read as a recent audit of seating, cleanliness, coaching or playing conditions.
Real Reviews
The reviewer found event organization weak and described confusing exits and crowd pushing when leaving.
The reviewer described LBS as centrally located and easily accessible, and distinguished it from the later Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Uppal.
The short review recalls many matches, Indian players, and state functions at the stadium.
Source: Tripadvisor’s Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium listing, checked 30 October 2026. These are older, individual experiences; current access and event arrangements may differ.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium: FAQs
Is Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Uppal?
No. Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium is the historic Fateh Maidan venue on Basheerbagh Road in central Hyderabad. Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium is a separate venue in Uppal.
What was Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium called before 1967?
It was known as Fateh Maidan. Fateh Maidan also refers to the older historic open ground and site around the stadium.
When was the stadium established?
The venue profile reports 1950 as the stadium establishment date. That should not be confused with the 17th-century history of the Fateh Maidan ground.
How many international matches were played there?
The venue article reports 3 men’s Tests and 14 men’s ODIs as of 19 August 2017. Cricinfo lists the men’s Test span as 1955–1988 and ODI span as 1983–2003.
What facilities are listed for the venue?
The official Sports Authority listing names parking, drinking water, first aid, change room and shower. Availability can vary by activity and event.
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Fateh Maidan viewed from the grandstand in the 1930s, during an address by Nizam Asaf Jah VII. This predates the modern stadium.Unknown author / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop.Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, photographed in 2017. Not a current pitch-condition assessment.Adbh266 / Wikimedia Commons · CC0 1.0 · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop.Main gate of Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, photographed on 23 October 2022.adbh266 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized and converted to WebP; no crop. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lb_Stadium_main_Gate,_Hyderabad.jpg · Licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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