International
Lucknow · India
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium
Capacity
25,000
Established
1940
Pitch
Red Soil
Status
Inactive
Quick Facts
CAPACITY
25,000
LOCATION
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
COUNTRY
India
ESTABLISHED
1940
OWNER
Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association
PITCH TYPE
Red Soil
COORDINATES
26.848, 80.935
FIRST MATCH
India vs Pakistan, Oct 27, 1989
MATCH WINNER
India
STATUS
Inactive
About K. D. Singh Babu Stadium
K. D.
Singh Babu Stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is a historic cricket venue with a capacity of 25,000 that served as Lucknow's primary cricket ground for decades. Established in 1940 and named after Kunwar Digvijay Singh Babu - a legendary Indian hockey player and Olympian - the stadium hosted India vs Pakistan ODI cricket in October 1989.
The venue has been a nursery for Uttar Pradesh cricket, producing numerous Ranji Trophy players and coaches who went on to serve Indian cricket at the national level. Though replaced as Lucknow's international venue by the modern Ekana Stadium, KD Singh Babu Stadium remains an active domestic cricket ground steeped in the rich sporting culture of the city of Nawabs.
Venue Statistics
| Match Type | First Match | Winner | Pitch Type | Active |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International | India vs Pakistan, Oct 27, 1989 | India | Red Soil | No |
Key Milestones
1940: Established
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium became operational and hosted its first event in Lucknow.
First International Match
India vs Pakistan, Oct 27, 1989
First Match Winner
India
FAQ — K. D. Singh Babu Stadium
Where is K. D. Singh Babu Stadium located?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium is located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the seating capacity of K. D. Singh Babu Stadium?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium has a seating capacity of 25,000 spectators.
When was K. D. Singh Babu Stadium established?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium was established in 1940.
Who owns K. D. Singh Babu Stadium?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium is owned and managed by Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association.
What was the first international match at K. D. Singh Babu Stadium?
The first international match at K. D. Singh Babu Stadium was India vs Pakistan, Oct 27, 1989. Winner: India.
What type of pitch does K. D. Singh Babu Stadium have?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium features a Red Soil pitch surface.
Is K. D. Singh Babu Stadium still active?
K. D. Singh Babu Stadium is no longer active as an international cricket venue but holds an important place in cricket history.
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