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Eden Gardens, Kolkata, West Bengal

Eden Gardens Cricket Stadium is a historic international cricket venue in central Kolkata. Established in 1864, the ground hosts Test, One Day International and Twenty20 International cricket, Bengal’s domestic matches and Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL home fixtures.

Eden Gardens Cricket Stadium in Kolkata — Eden Gardens · Kolkata

Established: 1864
Operator: CAB
Home Teams: Bengal · KKR
Surface: Grass
Seating Capacity: Around 68,000
Ends: High Court · Pavilion
Formats: Test, ODI, T20I, IPL

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Editorial view of the pitch and outfield at a Kolkata cricket stadium

Eden Gardens Pitch Conditions

Eden Gardens pitch conditions depend on the selected strip and match preparation. A true surface and quick outfield can reward stroke play, while seamers may find early movement and slower strips may offer grip later.

Surface: Grass-covered, selected-strip dependent
Bounce: Generally even when the surface is fresh
Spin: More influential as a used surface slows
Boundaries: Approximately 66–68 m square and 76–78 m straight

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Editorial historical illustration of early cricket at Eden Gardens

History of Eden Gardens

Established: 1864
First Test: 1934
First ODI: 1987

More than 160 years of cricket history include the 1987 World Cup final, India’s 2001 comeback Test and India’s first day-night Test in 2019.

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Editorial view of a floodlit Kolkata cricket stadium under monsoon clouds

Eden Gardens Weather and Records

IPL climate: Warm and humid
Evening factor: Dew may develop
Rain check: Verify before each match

Venue landmarks include VVS Laxman’s 281 in 2001, Rohit Sharma’s ODI 264 in 2014 and Punjab Kings’ IPL total of 262/2 in 2024.

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Editorial Kolkata travel scene approaching a major cricket stadium through the Maidan

How to Reach Eden Gardens

Metro: Esplanade or Park Street
Local rail: Eden Gardens Railway Station
Major rail: Howrah Junction
Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport

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Eden Gardens Capacity

The ICC’s current venue profile lists Eden Gardens capacity at around 68,000. The number available on a particular match day can change with seating, safety and event configuration.

Around 68,000 Seats

Current capacity stated by the ICC; usable match-day seating can vary by event.

Bengal and KKR

Home ground of the Bengal cricket team and Kolkata Knight Riders.

Named Ends

Matches are played from the High Court End and Pavilion End.

Eden Gardens Dimensions

Published estimates are about 66–68 m square and 76–78 m straight; the selected pitch and boundary rope can alter the distance.

Location and Map

Eden Gardens is located in the Maidan area of central Kolkata, West Bengal, near BBD Bagh and the Hooghly River.

Eden Gardens, Maidan, BBD Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal 700021
Eden Gardens Railway Station · Esplanade or Park Street metro

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Reviews for Eden Gardens

Google Maps public rating4.6/5

47,360 public reviews

Overall rating4.6 out of 5

Checked 24 September 2026. This is the rating displayed on the public Google Maps stadium listing, not a PitchVaani score. Public ratings and review counts can change.

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Author Bio

Jyoti Bhatia is the founder and editor of PitchVaani. She researches cricket ground histories, pitch conditions, match records and visitor information through source-led editorial research.