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| Eden Gardens Kolkata |
| Known as the 'Lords of Asia', Eden Gardens is the oldest cricket ground in India. It was build in 1864 and in 1934 it hosted its first test match, which featured Douglas Jardine's team. Eden Gardens has hosted more number of test matches than any other ground in India. In 1987, Eden Gardens got shelters for the stands, a new pavilion and a Club House; nearly six years later floodlights came to this acclaimed ground. Eden Gardens is one of the largest cricket grounds in the world with a capacity for 90,000 spectators. In terms of size it is rivaled only by the MCG. The crowd behavior in Eden Gardens has at times left many shamefaced. The incidents during the test match against West Indies in 1966-67 and two years later against Australia were both ugly and regrettable- a jarring contrast to the beauty of the stadium. The pitch at Eden Gardens is, alike the other pitches in India, partial to spin bowling. The picturesque Eden Gardens has inspired Indians to play some wonderful cricket. The famous victory against Australia in 2001, which broke the latter's unbeaten record of 16 consecutive test wins, could not have found a better arena for such a spirited display from the Indian side. livescore.warofcricket.com provides information on Eden Gardens Kolkata and other Grounds around the World. |
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