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The opening match of the 1987 World Cup - between India and Australia - was the first ODI to be played at Chepak. Floodlights were installed in the ground during the 1996 World Cup. Chepauk will have its special place in the annals of Indian cricket because it played host to the first ever Indian Test victory in 1952.
The stadium has been associated with an incredible array of cricketing records. India and Australia played out only the second tied Test in the history of the game at this ground in the 1986-87. In the Independence Cup in 1997, a belligerent Saeed Anwar notched up a record 194 against India.
The Chepauk crowd has earned plaudits for being one of the most knowledgeable and appreciative in the country. In a touching display of sporting spirit, the 50,000 strong Chepauk fans gave a standing ovation to the Pakistani Cricket team in 1999 after victory in a very closely fought Test match.
Ground Facts and Figures:
Name: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
Location: Chepauk, Chennai
Established: 1916
Seating Capacity: 50,000
Floodlights: Yes
End Names: Anna Pavilion End, V. Pattabhiraman Gate End
Home Team: Tamil Nadu
Owner: Tamil Nadu Cricket Association
First Test: India v England - Feb 10-13, 1934
First ODI: India v Australia - Oct 9, 1987
Milestones at Chepauk Stadium:
