The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has quickly established itself as India’s premier cricket venue. Inaugurated in 2021, it has already hosted major events, including the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final and the Indian Premier League.
With a seating capacity of 132,000, it stands as the largest cricket stadium in the world, surpassing the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The stadium hosted its first international matches in 2021.
5. Chris Woakes – 4/54 vs Australia, 2023
Bowling on a slow pitch, Woakes took 4/54, including crucial wickets of David Warner and Travis Head, helping England limit Australia to 286 runs.
Despite his efforts, England fell short, losing by 33 runs.
4. Yuzvendra Chahal – 4/49 vs West Indies, 2022
Yuzvendra Chahal showcased his skill with flight and pace variations, claiming 4/49 against West Indies in an ODI in 2022.
Bowling first, Chahal’s brilliant spell helped India dismiss West Indies for 176 runs. He claimed key wickets, including Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard.
India went on to win the match by six wickets with 22 overs to spare.
3. Gerald Coetzee – 4/44 vs Afghanistan, 2023
Gerald Coetzee made a memorable impact in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup with his stellar performance against Afghanistan in Ahmedabad.
The South African pacer took 4/44, helping reduce Afghanistan to 116/6 before dismissing them for 244. Thanks to his efforts, South Africa comfortably won by five wickets.
2. Jason Holder – 4/34 vs India, 2022
Bowling first, Holder claimed 4/34, including the last four wickets for just 25 runs. However, West Indies were unable to chase down the target and lost by 96 runs.
1. Prasidh Krishna – 4/12 vs West Indies, 2022
Prasidh Krishna made history with the best-ever bowling figures in ODI cricket at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Defending a target of 238 runs, Krishna’s sensational spell of 4/12 dismantled the West Indies batting lineup in the second ODI of the 2022 series.
India won by 44 runs, and Krishna was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.