Wankhede Stadium - Mumbai
Wankhede Stadium - Mumbai | |
Location | Mumbai |
Establishment | 1974 |
Capacity | 45,000 |
Owner | Mumbai CA(cricket association) |
Operator | Mumbai CA(cricket association) |
Tenants | Mumbai Cricket Team, Mumbai Indians |
First Test | 23 Jan-29 Jan 1975, IND v WI |
Last Test | 18 Mar-22 Mar 2006, IND v ENG |
First ODI | 17 Jan 1987, IND v SL |
Last ODI | 17 Oct 2007, IND v AUS |
Established in 1974, the stadium is located less than a mile away from Brabourne Stadium. Its seaside proximity assists swing bowlers during the early part of each day. It is currently being rebuilt ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011.
The first Test in the ground was played in January 1975 between India and West Indies. The venue has played host to ICC Cricket World Cup 1987 and 1996.
The first Test in the ground was played in January 1975 between India and West Indies. The venue has played host to ICC Cricket World Cup 1987 and 1996.