Narendra Modi Stadium Guide: Pitch, Fixtures, Tickets, Weather

Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad Venue Guide (Pitch, Fixtures, Tickets, Travel, Weather)

Quick facts (location, capacity, key features)

• Location: Motera, Ahmedabad, Gujarat (India)

• Capacity: 132,000 (world’s largest cricket stadium by capacity)

• Owner/Operator: Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA)

• End names: Adani Pavilion End & Jio End

• Pitches: 11 centre pitches; Bermuda grass outfield; strong drainage and modern LED lighting design

• Access & parking: 4 entry points; parking for ~3,000 cars and ~10,000 two-wheelers

Pitch conditions at Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad)

This venue is famous for multiple pitch strips, so conditions can change match-to-match (even in the same tournament).

• The stadium complex has 11 clay pitches, commonly referenced as a mix of red-soil and black-soil strips.

• Typical behavior (rule of thumb):

  • Red-soil strips: usually a touch more pace/bounce early.

  • Black-soil strips: can be a bit slower and may grip more for spinners.

• For night games, dew can become a factor, making chasing easier in some matches (especially limited-overs). (Match-day conditions still depend on pitch selection + weather.)

Ahmedabad weather forecast (right now)

Currently 81° · Sunny (Ahmedabad, India)

For Feb–Mar (T20 World Cup window), Ahmedabad is usually dry and comfortable compared to peak summer, but always plan for warm afternoons and cooler evenings.

T20 World Cup 2026 final: March 8 Ahmedabad match schedule

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 runs Feb 7 to Mar 8, and the Final is scheduled for 8 March in Ahmedabad (with Colombo listed as an alternate final venue).

Final (Ahmedabad):

• Date: 8 March 2026

• Time: 7:00 PM local

• Match: Final (Teams TBD)

Matches list in this pitch: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 games in Ahmedabad

Here are the announced T20 World Cup 2026 fixtures at Narendra Modi Stadium:

Source: ICC tournament schedule announcement.

All match fixtures (easy way to track): Use the official ICC ticket portal and filter by venue = Ahmedabad.

Narendra Modi Stadium ticket prices + seating plan view (what to expect)

Official ticketing (T20 World Cup 2026):

• ICC announced Phase I ticket sales with prices starting from ₹100 in India (for selected matches/categories), with more phases to follow.

• Buy/search by venue or team on the official ICC ticket site.

Seating plan / seat map view:

• For most big events, the seat map (stand/blocks/rows) is shown during checkout on the official ticketing platform (you’ll see available sections and prices at that time).

Best stands at Narendra Modi Stadium for the final (viewing experience)

Because the stadium is designed with pillar-less sightlines (Y-shaped supports), most seats have a clean view.

Practical picks:

• Best “overall cricket view”: seats around square of the wicket (covers both batting ends well).

• Best “see swing/spin & tactics”: slightly behind the bowler’s arm.

• Best “panoramic + atmosphere”: upper tiers (great vibe, but players look smaller).

• Premium experience: pavilion/hospitality areas (more comfort, easier amenities access).

Tip: for night finals, consider a higher row to avoid heads/flags in front during big moments.

How to reach Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad)

By Metro (recommended on match days):

• Ahmedabad Metro includes the Motera Stadium corridor/terminus (Line info is published by GMRC).

By Bus:

• City buses and routes serve Motera/Ahmedabad stadium area (route options vary).

By Cab/Ride-share:

• Best if you’re coming from outside Ahmedabad or carrying family/elderly. Expect traffic blocks close to start time on big games.

Parking:

• Large on-site capacity exists, but for finals, parking access can be restricted/slot-based. (Metro + walking is usually faster.)

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Prohibited items: Narendra Modi Stadium security rules (banned objects)

Rules can vary slightly by event, but ICC venue regulations list common “no entry” items such as:

• Power banks/charging devices

• Large bags

• Cigarettes, lighters, matches

• Plastic bottles

• Outside food

• Helmets

Always check the match-day advisory on your ticket/organiser page before you travel.

T20 records at Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad)

T20I (international) highlights at this venue:

• Highest team total: India 234/4 (vs New Zealand, 1 Feb 2023)

• Lowest team total: New Zealand 66 (vs India, 1 Feb 2023)

• Highest individual T20I score at the ground: Shubman Gill 126* (vs New Zealand, 1 Feb 2023)

IPL records (at Narendra Modi Stadium):

• Highest IPL total: 243/5 (Punjab Kings)

• Lowest IPL total: 89 (Gujarat Titans)

• Highest successful chase: 204/3 (Gujarat Titans)