Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju said that the newly-built Motera Stadium is not just the largest, but it is also one of the best stadiums in the world. Motera Stadium will be hosting the day-night Test between India and England, which is set to begin from Wednesday (February 24). Before the first ball is bowled, the stadium would be inaugurated by President Ram Nath Kovind. A day before the Test match , Rijiju along with BCCI secretary Jay Shah visited the stadium to take note of the world-class facilities. “I went to see the Motera Stadium, I tried to understand everything virtually, be it the size, design, or structure. I can say that the Motera Stadium which is the largest in the world, is not just the biggest, but is one of the best stadiums in the world,” Rijiju while talking to select media in Ahmedabad. “The facilities for the spectators and players are top-notch. This is not only the largest but it is one of the best stadiums in the world. I … [Read more...] about India vs England 3rd Test: Motera not only largest, but one of the best stadiums, says sports minister Rijiju
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DNA Exclusive: Motera stadium adds ‘bounce and speed’ to the country, is center of power in India changing?
New Delhi: In DNA on Wednesday, Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary analyses the 'pitch' of change, which has both 'bounce and speed' for new India. The basis of the analysis is the world's largest cricket stadium, which was inaugurated in Ahmedabad today. As India begins this new and amazing innings on this pitch of 22 yards, India is now fully prepared to send problems out of the boundary line. Though, it seems that the focal point of power in India is changing. It has to be understood that there are four pillars on which India's social structure rests . 1. Politics is the first pillar 2. Cricket 3. Cinema 4. Religion The focal point of politics has reached Gujarat from Uttar Pradesh. Earlier, it was claimed that Uttar Pradesh determines the political condition and direction of India. But now this picture has changed and instead of Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat has become the new center of power of politics the birthplace of Prime Minister Narendra … [Read more...] about DNA Exclusive: Motera stadium adds ‘bounce and speed’ to the country, is center of power in India changing?
Matter of pride for India that Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium is now world’s largest cricket stadium: President Ram Nath Kovind
Ahmedabad : President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday (February 24, 2021) said that it is a matter of pride that the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad has become the world's largest cricket stadium. President Kovind's comments came at the inauguration of the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium where he laid the foundation stone of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave in Ahmedabad. He noted that the stadium was not only the largest in the world but also provides world-class facilities for various sporting activities. — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 24, 2021 President Ram Nath Kovind also congratulated all officials, agencies and partners of the Gujarat Cricket Association, who were instrumental in giving the present shape to Narendra Modi Stadium. Appreciating the attributes of this Stadium, the President opined that with a gold rating of green-building certification, it is also a good example of eco-friendly development. The stadium … [Read more...] about Matter of pride for India that Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium is now world’s largest cricket stadium: President Ram Nath Kovind
India vs England 3rd Test: Motera Stadium is now Narendra Modi Stadium
The new and improved Motera Stadium was rechristened to Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday (February 24). The stadium was named after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and becomes the biggest cricket stadium in the world. Narendra Modi Stadium will host the third Test between India and England starting at 230 pm on Wednesday. In addition to that, the third will also be a Pink-ball or Day/Night Test – only the second ever to take place in India. Located in Sabarmati, Ahmedabad, the Motera stadium was inaugurated by President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday as the ground gets ready for the third Test match. How big is the Motera stadium? The Sardar Patel Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad is spread over 63 acres, with a seating capacity of 1.10 lakh people. Currently, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the largest cricket stadium in the world. It can accommodate 90,000 people simultaneously. “After the ‘Statue of Unity’ i.e. the world’s largest statue of Sardar Patel built in … [Read more...] about India vs England 3rd Test: Motera Stadium is now Narendra Modi Stadium
Why Kohli loves crowds in the stadium
A year after it hosted a non-cricket event -- the Namaste Trump jamboree -- the refurbished Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad will host the real thing -- a cricket match between India and its oldest opponent in the game: England. It will be the first international men's cricket game at the venue since 2014. The world's biggest cricket stadium can seat 110,000 spectators, but the capacity for the third Test between India and England, starting on Wednesday, has been trimmed to 55,000 over concerns over the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. Virat Kohli is only pleased to have the crowds in the stadium. 'Who doesn't love the crowd? We are happy to have the support of #TeamIndia fans and it shall be no different at Motera Stadium', BCCI tweeted along with a clip of the skipper's interview. 'Crowds play a massive role. They really get behind us, the difference of which we saw in the second Test. The opposition does feel the pressure,' Kohli -- who encouraged … [Read more...] about Why Kohli loves crowds in the stadium