Established in 1966, Maulana Azad Stadium is located on the banks of the Tawi River in Jammu. The stadium has always been the home of domestic cricket and the home ground of Jammu & Kashmir. The stadium has hosted one International match between India and New Zealand which was abandoned due to rain. Since its inception multiple bombing attacks and threats have scared off the International games. The diameter of the stadium is 158 meters while its radius is 78 meters.
Here are the overall details of Maulana Azad Stadium.
Maulana Azad Stadium Overall Details
| Opened in | 1966 | ||
| Location | Jammu | ||
| Also Known as | Jammu International Cricket Stadium | ||
| Ends Name | N/A | ||
| Seating Capacity | 20,000 | ||
| Shortest Boundary Distance | N/A | ||
| Longest Boundary Distance | N/A | ||
| Flood Lights | Yes | ||
| Pitch | Grass | ||
Maulana Azad Stadium ODI Stats and Records
The stadium has yet to witness its International games. However, in the ongoing Legends League Cricket, the stadium hosted 3 domestic T20 games. Out of three domestic games, 1 won by the team batting first, and two games went to the court of the first team. The highest score was made by Bhilwara Kings 144 for 6 wickets and Manipal Tigers scored the lowest 124 runs for 9 wickets.
| Total Matches | 1 |
| Matches won batting first | 0 |
| Matches won bowling first | 1 |
| Average 1st innings score | 148 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 149 |
| Highest total recorded | 149/6 (43.4 Ovs) – INDW vs NZW |
| Lowest total recorded | 0/0 (0 Ovs) – — |
| Highest score chased | 149/6 (43.4 Ovs) – INDW vs NZW |
| Lowest score defended | 0/0 (0 Ovs) – — |
Pitch Report of Maulana Azad Stadium
Maulana Azad Stadium favors the batters most as the first innings average score stands between 136 to 138. However, it is a balanced pitch and supports both batters and bowlers. Due to its fresh pitch spinners might get their chance in the middle overs. Overall it is a good pitch for both scoring and wicketing in the shortest format of the cricket.
FAQs
Q 1. What is the average score in Maulana Azad Stadium in T20I
Ans: The average score for the Maulana Azad Stadium stands between 138 and 140.
Q 2. Is Maulana Azad Stadium batting or bowling pitch?
Ans: More like its a balanced pitch, bothe batters and bowlers can take advantage.
Q 3. What is the size of Maulana Azad Stadium?
Ans: The maximum diameter of the stadium is 158 with a 78-meter radius.
