# M. Chinnaswamy Stadium

The Mangalam Chinnaswamy Stadium, also known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium, is a cricket stadium in the Bengaluru city of the Indian state of Karnataka. The ground is owned by the Government of Karnataka and operated by the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA).
Flanked by the picturesque Cubbon Park, Queen's Road, Cubbon and uptown MG Road, this five-decade-old stadium is situated in the heart of the city of Bangalore. It regularly hosts Test, ODI, T20I and first-class cricket matches, as well as musical, cultural events. The stadium is the home ground of the Karnataka state cricket team, Karnataka women's cricket team and IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore. It is owned by the Government of Karnataka and has been leased out to the KSCA for a period of 100 years.
Formerly known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium, it was later rechristened in tribute to Mangalam Chinnaswamy, a lawyer from Mandya and the founding member of the Mysore State Cricket Association. He served the KSCA for four decades and was also president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from 1977 to 1980, latter's National Cricket Academy also situated in the premises of this stadium.
It is the first cricket stadium in the world to use solar panels to generate a bulk of the electricity needed to run the stadium. The panels were procured through the "Go Green" initiative of the KSCA. In 2016 a water purification plant was added, and by January 2017 a sophisticated system of aeration and drainage was in place to avoid matches being curtailed due to a wet outfield.

## History

With generous patronage from the Government of Karnataka, the foundation stone of this stadium was laid in 1969 and construction work commenced in 1970. The stadium was first used for First-class cricket matches during the 1972–73 season. It earned test status during the 1974–75 season when the West Indies toured India.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) stadium, as it was known was later renamed as a tribute to M. Chinnaswamy, who was the BCCI President from 1977 to 1980 and the Secretary and President of KSCA. Born in Mandya in 1900, he was the founding member of the Mysore State Cricket Association and a lawyer by profession. He, helped by other eminent people, was instrumental in prevailing upon the Government of Karnataka to allot the ground for cricket in the prime MG Road area in 1969.
The first Test played at this stadium was on 22–27 November 1974. This was the debut Test match for the West Indian batsmen Viv Richards and Gordon Greenidge. The West Indians led by Clive Lloyd crushed M. A. K. Pataudi's Indian team by 256 runs. India registered their first Test win on this ground against the touring English team led by Tony Greig in 1976–77. The first ODI match at this venue was played on 6 September 1982. India defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in that match.
Floodlights were first installed at this stadium for the 1996 Wills World Cup. The first match played here under lights was the quarter-final clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on 9 March 1996 in which India defeated Pakistan by 39 runs. In 2007, in the 3rd Test Match between India and Pakistan, Sourav Ganguly and Yuvraj Singh led a 300 run partnership fightback from 61/4, breaking several records. India's 365/5 at stumps was the highest first day score in India. The 300 run partnership was the highest partnership at the stadium and the highest left-hander batsmen partnership. Sourav Ganguly's 239 is the highest left-hander score.
Since the BCCI chose Bangalore as the centre for the National Cricket Academy in 2000, many budding cricketers have passed out of the academy housed on this ground. Chinnaswamy Stadium is also the home ground of the Bangalore franchise team, the Royal Challengers Bangalore. It was painted in red and yellow, the team colours of the Royal Challengers and also the colours of the Karnataka flag (cultural flag). This stadium also served as the venue for the 1996 Miss World pageant, when it was first held in India.

## Features

Karnataka state cricket association claims that their stadium is world's only solar powered cricket stadium. They inspired to install a solar system at the stadium from Germany's Freiburg football stadium, which is fully powered by solar energy. KSCA initiated the ₹4.5 Cr and 400 KW project in February 2015.
The venue has 40,000 seats. It's ground is small thus it has small boundaries, due to this batting teams often score high totals here. It is evident by the fact that in the 2023 Indian Premier League edition, teams scored 210 plus runs on four and 170+ on three occasions in 8 innings played here. As per former Royal Challengers Bangalore's bowler Harshal Patel "It is hard to bowl at the Chinnaswamy. It is a small ground and the ball generally flies".

## Cricket World Cups

This stadium has hosted One Day International (ODI) matches for all editions of the World cups, when India was a host/co-host.
* 14 October 1987 Scorecard
| India 252/7 (50 overs) | v | New Zealand 236/8 (50 overs) |
| Navjot Sidhu 75 (71) Dipak Patel 3/36 (10 overs) | | Ken Rutherford 75 (95) Maninder Singh 2/40 (10 overs) |
* India won by 16 runs M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: David Archer and Dickie Bird Player of the match: Kapil Dev
Quarter final match
* 9 March 1996 scorecard
| India 287/8 (50 overs) | v | Pakistan 248/9 (49 overs) |
| Navjot Sidhu 93 (115) Mushtaq Ahmed 2/56 (10 overs) | | Aamer Sohail 55 (46) Venkatesh Prasad 3/45 (10 overs) |
* India won by 39 runs M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Steve Bucknor and David Shepherd Player of the match: Navjot Sidhu
* Pakistan was fined 1 over for a slow over rate
11th Match, Group B
* 27 February 2011 Scorecard
| India 338/10 (49.5 overs) | v | England 338/8 (50 overs) |
| Sachin Tendulkar 120 (115) Tim Bresnan 5/48 (10 overs) | | Andrew Strauss 158(145) Zaheer Khan 3/64 (10 overs) |
* Match Tied M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Marais Erasmus and Billy Bowden Player of the match: Andrew Strauss
15th Match, Group B
* 2 March 2011 scorecard
| England 327/8 (50 overs) | v | Ireland 329/7 (49.1 overs) |
| Jonathan Trott 92 (92) John Mooney 4/63 (9 overs) | | Kevin O'Brien 113 (63) Graeme Swann 3/47 (10 overs) |
* Ireland won by 3 wickets M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Billy Bowden and Aleem Dar Player of the match: Kevin O'Brien
22nd Match, Group B
* 6 March 2011 scorecard
| Ireland 207/10 (47.5 overs) | v | India 210/5 (46 overs) |
| William Porterfield 75 (104) Yuvraj Singh 5/31 (10 overs) | | Yuvraj Singh 50 (75) Trent Johnston 2/16 (5 overs) |
* India won by 5 wickets M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Billy Bowden and Rod Tucker Player of the match: Yuvraj Singh
31st Match, Group A
* 13 March 2011 scorecard
| Australia 324/6 (50 overs) | v | Kenya 264/6 (50 overs) |
| Michael Clarke 93 (80) Nehemiah Odhiambo 3/57 (10 overs) | | Collins Obuya 98 (129) Shaun Tait 2/49 (8 overs) |
* Australia won by 60 runs M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Asad Rauf (PAK) and Richard Kettleborough (ENG) Player of the match: Collins Obuya (KEN)
35th Match, Group A
* 16 March 2011 scorecard
| Canada 211/10 (45.4 overs) | v | Australia 212/3 (34.5 overs) |
| Hiral Patel 54 (45) Brett Lee 4/46 (8.4 overs) | | Shane Watson 94 (90) John Davison 1/29 (4 overs) |
* Australia won by 7 wickets M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Amiesh Saheba and Billy Bowden Player of the match: Shane Watson
18th Match
* 20 October 2023 scorecard
| Australia 367/9 (50 overs) | v | Pakistan 305 (45.3 overs) |
| David Warner 163 (124) Shaheen Afridi 5/54 (10 overs) | | Imam-ul-Haq 70 (71) Adam Zampa 4/53 (10 overs) |
* Australia won by 62 runs M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Chris Brown (NZ) and Richard Illingworth (Eng) Player of the match: David Warner (Aus)
25th Match
* 26 October 2023 scorecard
| England 156 (33.2 overs) | v | Sri Lanka 160/2 (25.4 overs) |
| Ben Stokes 43 (74) Lahiru Kumara 3/35 (7 overs) | | Pathum Nissanka 77* (83) David Willey 2/30 (5 overs) |
* Sri Lanka won by 8 wickets M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Chris Brown (NZ) and Adrian Holdstock (SA) Player of the match: Lahiru Kumara (SL)
35th Match
* 4 November 2023 scorecard
| New Zealand 401/6 (50 overs) | v | Pakistan 200/1 (25.3 overs) |
| Rachin Ravindra 108 (94) Mohammad Wasim Jr. 3/60 (10 overs) | | Fakhar Zaman 126* (81) Tim Southee 1/27 (5 overs) |
* Pakistan won by 21 runs (DLS method) M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Richard Kettleborough (Eng) and Paul Wilson (Aus) Player of the match: Fakhar Zaman (Pak)
41st Match
* 9 November 2023 scorecard
| Sri Lanka 171 (46.4 overs) | v | New Zealand 172/5 (23.2 overs) |
| Kusal Perera 51 (28) Trent Boult 3/37 (10 overs) | | Devon Conway 45 (42) Angelo Mathews 2/29 (4 overs) |
* New Zealand won by 5 wickets M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Adrian Holdstock (SA) and Joel Wilson (WI) Player of the match: Trent Boult (NZ)
48th Match
* 12 November 2023 scorecard
| India 410/4 (50 overs) | v | Netherlands 250 (47.5 overs) |
| Shreyas Iyer 128* (94) Bas de Leede 2/82 (10 overs) | | Teja Nidamanuru 54 (39) Mohammed Siraj 2/29 (6 overs) |
* India won by 160 runs M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, India Umpires: Chris Gaffaney (NZ) and Michael Gough (Eng) Player of the match: Shreyas Iyer (Ind)

## Domestic Cricket

The arena is regular venue of domestic cricket. It is home ground of Karnataka cricket team. Since 2008, it is the home ground of IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore. The first ever game of the IPL was held at the venue. In 1998-99 Ranji trophy final at the venue, Karnataka won against Madhya Pradesh (MP). In June 2022, 2021-22 edition final of the tournament MP won its maiden title by defeating Mumbai cricket team. 2022-23 Ranji semifinal held at the venue Saurashtra cricket team defeated Karnataka.
In the final of the 2019-20 Vijay Hazare trophy Karnataka defeated Tamil Nadu there. In October 2018, in the tournament's edition Mumbai won the final by defeating Delhi at the venue.

## Events

Miss World 1996 beauty pageant was held in this stadium, it was the first ever that this event was organised in India. Irene Skliva of Greece became the winner.

## Sustainability initiatives

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has adopted several sustainability initiatives to minimise its environmental impact.

### Solar energy utilization

The stadium is recognised for its utilisation of solar energy. A solar power plant was established, generating over six lakh units of electricity in the first year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 600 tonnes. The solar panels, initially installed on the east end, are being extended to the west end to increase electricity generation.

### Water management

A comprehensive water management system is in place, which includes rainwater harvesting and a sewage treatment plant. The treatment plant recycles sewage water for turf watering, gardening, and landscaping. This initiative was developed in collaboration with the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewage Board (BWSSB).

### Subair drainage system

The 'subair drainage system' installed at the stadium facilitates rapid water drainage, allowing the ground to dry within 10 to 15 minutes after heavy rains, thus minimising match interruptions due to wet conditions.

### Other Eco-friendly measures

Additional measures to reduce environmental impact include a water purification plant and an efficient aeration and drainage system.

### Recognition and replication

The sustainability initiatives at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium have been noted, with some cricket associations in India considering replicating these initiatives. These eco-friendly projects were self-funded by the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA).

## Records and statistics

On 14 June 2018, after being granted 'Test Status' by the ICC in 2017, Afghanistan played their first ever test match at this venue against India. The only T20I match in which double super over was played is in this stadium between India and Afghanistan on 17 January 2024 where Rohit Sharma scored his 5th century in T20I. This match is considered as the longest T20I match in world.

### Test match records
#### Batting

Most career runs :
| Runs | Player | Period |
| 869 (16 Innings) | Sachin Tendulkar | 1994–2012 |
| 600 (12 Innings) | Sunil Gavaskar | 1974–1987 |
| 513 (11 Innings) | Virender Sehwag | 2001–2012 |
| 503 (13 Innings) | Sourav Ganguly | 1998–2008 |
| 450 (8 Innings) | Gundappa Viswanath | 1974–1981 |
Most career runs (Non-India) :
| Runs | Player | Period |
| 431 (4 Innings) | Younis Khan | 2005–2007 |
| 305 (5 Innings) | Ricky Ponting | 1998–2010 |
| 287 (6 Innings) | Simon Katich | 2004–2010 |
| 245 (4 Innings) | Alvin Kallicharran | 1974–1978 |
| 231 (4 Innings) | Michael Hussey | 2008–2010 |
Highest individual score :
| Runs | Player | Year |
| 267 vs India | Younis Khan | 2005 |
| 239 vs Pakistan | Sourav Ganguly | 2007 |
| 214 vs Australia | Sachin Tendulkar | 2010 |
| 201 vs Pakistan | Virender Sehwag | 2005 |

#### Bowling

Most career wickets :
| Wickets | Player | Period |
| 41 (16 Innings) | Anil Kumble | 1994–2008 |
| 30 (14 Innings) | Harbhajan Singh | 1998–2010 |
| 29 (9 Innings) | R Ashwin | 2012–2022 |
| 27 (15 Innings) | Kapil Dev | 1978–1994 |
| 18 (7 Innings) | Ravindra Jadeja | 2015–2022 |
Most career wickets (Non-India) :
| Wickets | Player | Period |
| 11 (4 Innings) | Danish Kaneria | 2005–2007 |
| 10 (4 Innings) | Michael Kasprowicz | 1998–2004 |
| 9 (5 Innings) | Iqbal Qasim | 1979–1987 |
| 9 (4 Innings) | Mohammad Sami | 2005–2007 |
| 9 (2 Innings) | Tauseef Ahmed | 1987–1987 |
| 9 (4 Innings) | Shane Warne | 1998–2004 |
Best innings figures :
| Figures | Player | Year |
| 8/50 vs India | Nathan Lyon | 2017 |
| 7/27 vs Pakistan | Maninder Singh | 1987 |
| 7/64 vs India | Tim Southee | 2012 |
| 6/41 vs Australia | R Ashwin | 2017 |
| 6/53 vs India | Bob Willis | 1977 |
| 6/59 vs New Zealand | Narendra Hirwani | 1988 |
| 6/71 vs England | Bishan Singh Bedi | 1977 |
Best match figures :
| Figures | Player | Year |
| 11/224 vs England | Harbhajan Singh | 2004 |
| 10/126 vs Australia | Maninder Singh | 1987 |
| 9/120 vs Pakistan | Anil Kumble | 1995 |
| 9/121 vs India | Iqbal Qasim | 1987 |
| 9/131 vs New Zealand | B. S. Chandrasekhar | 1977 |
| 9/139 vs India | Tauseef Ahmed | 1987 |

#### Team records

Highest innings score :
| Score | Team | Year |
| 626 | India vs Pakistan | 2007 |
| 570 | Pakistan vs India | 2005 |
| 541/6d | India vs Sri Lanka | 1974 |
| 537 | Pakistan vs India | 2007 |
| 495 | India vs Australia | 2010 |
Lowest completed innings :
| Score | Team | Year |
| 46 | India vs New Zealand | 2024 |
| 103 | Afghanistan vs India | 2018 |
| 109 | Afghanistan vs India | 2018 |
| 109 | Sri Lanka vs India | 2022 |
| 112 | Australia vs India | 2017 |
| 145 | India vs Pakistan | 1987 |

#### Partnership records

Highest partnerships :
| Runs | Wicket | Players | Match | Year |
| 324 | 3rd | Younis Khan (267) & Inzamam-ul-Haq (187) | Pakistan vs India | 2005 |
| 308 | 3rd | Sachin Tendulkar (214) & Murali Vijay (139) | India vs Australia | 2010 |
| 300 | 5th | Sourav Ganguly (239) & Yuvraj Singh (169) | India vs Pakistan | 2007 |
| 207 | 4th | Gordon Greenidge (107) & Clive Lloyd (163) | West Indies vs India | 1974 |
All records correct as of 10 November 2015.

### One day international match records

Highest total: 410-4 – IND v NED. The second was 401–6 – NZL v PAK 4 November 2023.
Highest Run Chase : 329–7 – Ireland scored 329 (in 49.1 overs) against England's 327 runs from 50 overs, 2 March 2011, during world cup match.
Highest individual score: 209 scored by Rohit Sharma
The most runs were scored by Sachin Tendulkar (534 runs) followed by Rohit Sharma (437 runs) and Virender Sehwag (328 runs).
The most wickets were taken by Zaheer Khan (14 wickets) followed by Javagal Srinath (10 wickets) and Venkatesh Prasad & Kapil Dev (8 wickets each)

### IPL records

source:
Highest total - 287 - SRH v RCB, 2024
5th Highest total - 263 - RCB v Pune Warriors, 2013
Highest individual score - CH Gayle, 175 (66 balls) for RCB v Pune Warriors, 2013
Best Bowling figures - S Badree, 4/9 for RCB v MI, 2017

## Gallery

* The stadium during 2010 Champions League Twenty20
* Bangalore test, 10 October 2004
* India vs Pakistan Test match, 2007
* IPL 2014 RR vs RCB 11 May 2014
* Panoramic view (RCB vs SRH IPL match on 4 May 2019)
* panoramic view from P2 stand
* A view of the Stadium during the India vs New Zealand Test Match, October 2024