Narendra Modi Stadium overview
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad, is the largest cricket stadium in the world by capacity. It was rebuilt and reopened in 2020 and hosted the 2023 ODI World Cup final. It is the home ground of Gujarat Titans.
Ahmedabad pitch report: how the surface behaves
The square has both red-soil and black-soil pitches, so conditions change a lot depending on the strip. Red-soil pitches offer more bounce and carry and tend to be better for stroke-play. Black-soil pitches are usually slower and offer more help to spinners. Always check which type of surface is being used on match day.
Batting at Ahmedabad
On a red-soil strip, big totals are possible and teams can attack from the start. On a black-soil strip, a measured approach and a below-average target can still be competitive.
Bowling at Ahmedabad
The large outfield helps bowlers because mistimed shots stay in play. Hard-length fast bowlers and spinners who use the big boundaries are effective.
Toss and dew factor
Dew: Present in evening games. Check the strip before deciding. Read more about the dew factor in cricket.
Fantasy cricket tips for Ahmedabad
Decide your team after confirming the pitch. Red soil: load up on batters and fast bowlers. Black soil: add spinners and batters strong against spin. See our fantasy cricket tips for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ahmedabad a batting or bowling pitch?
Narendra Modi Stadium is generally described as: depends on the strip used. It mainly helps varies: red soil helps batters and pace, black soil helps spin.
Does dew affect matches at Ahmedabad?
Dew at Narendra Modi Stadium: Present in evening games. Check the strip before deciding.
Which IPL team plays at Ahmedabad?
Narendra Modi Stadium is the home ground of Gujarat Titans in the IPL.
What should I look for in a Ahmedabad fantasy team?
Decide your team after confirming the pitch. Red soil: load up on batters and fast bowlers. Black soil: add spinners and batters strong against spin.