Ekana Cricket Stadium
About Ekana Cricket Stadium
The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium is a premier international cricket venue located in the Gomti Nagar area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. With a seating capacity of 50,000, it stands as the fifth-largest international cricket stadium in India and serves as the home ground for the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. The stadium is widely recognized for its modern infrastructure and unique playing conditions, most notably featuring the longest straight boundaries of any cricket ground in India. Since its opening in 2017, it has become a significant hub for domestic and international cricket, hosting high-profile matches including fixtures during the 2023 Men's Cricket World Cup.
Historical Overview
The Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, located in Lucknow, represents a significant advancement in the sports infrastructure of Uttar Pradesh. Commissioned in 2014 and opened in 2017, the facility was developed as part of the Ekana Sportz City project. The name Ekana is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning one or unity. In 2018, the state government renamed the venue to honor the former Prime Minister of India, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The stadium was designed to meet international standards, featuring a bowl-shaped architecture that brings spectators closer to the action and includes modern amenities such as floodlights and multiple pitches.
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The stadium has a seating capacity of 50,000 spectators.
ArchitectureThe venue hosted its first international match in November 2018, a T20 International between India and the West Indies.
HistoryThe stadium is recognized for having some of the longest straight boundaries among all cricket stadiums in India.
RecordsThe Afghanistan national cricket team utilized the stadium as their home ground for international matches during 2019 and 2020.
HistoryThe stadium is the home venue for the Lucknow Super Giants franchise in the Indian Premier League.
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Lucknow Super Giants
LSGIPLOne of the two franchises introduced in 2022, the Lucknow Super Giants reached the playoffs in each of their first two seasons. They play at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Gomti Nagar, one of India's newest major cricket venues.
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The stadium is located in the Gomti Nagar extension area of Lucknow. It is easily accessible via the Shaheed Path, which connects the venue to major parts of the city.
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The stadium is served by local taxi services, auto-rickshaws, and ride-sharing apps. While there is no direct metro station at the gate, the Lucknow Metro provides connectivity to nearby areas from which local transport can be taken.
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There is ample parking space available within the stadium complex for spectators arriving by private vehicle. It is recommended to arrive early on match days as parking fills up quickly.
Nearby Airports
The venue is served by the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, located in Amausi, which is approximately a 30 to 40-minute drive from the stadium.
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