From October 5 to November 19, 2023, India will host the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, with 10 nations vying for the prized title. The event will take place over 10 sites in India and will include 45 league matches, two semifinal matches, and a championship match. Except for Hyderabad, which will host three matches, each venue will hold five matches. The tournament’s opening and closing matches, as well as several notable contests like India vs. Pakistan and Australia vs. England, will all take place in Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.Here is a look at the highest score in each venue of the World Cup 2023,based on previous ODI matches played there.
1.Ahmedabad- Narendra Modi Stadium
With a capacity of 132,000 spectators, Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium is the largest cricket stadium in the world. Numerous major events have taken place there, notably the pink-ball Test between England and India in February 2021. The venue will host five games during the 2023 World Cup, from the first match between England and New Zealand on October 5 to the championship game on November 19.
At this location, India’s 387/5 against England in an ODI in November 2008 holds the record for the highest team total. Virat Kohli’s 150 unbeaten against South Africa in an ODI in October 2015 holds the record for the highest personal score.
2.Bengaluru- M.Chinnaswamy Stadium
One of India’s most well-liked stadiums is Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, which is renowned for its exuberant crowd and high-scoring contests. Numerous noteworthy games have taken place there, like the 2011 World Cup tie between India and England and the exciting India chase against Australia in the 2016 World T20. Five games, including the October 29 encounter between India and New Zealand, will take place at the stadium during the World Cup 2023.
At this location, India’s 383/6 against Australia in an ODI in November 2013 holds the record for the highest team total. In the same match, Rohit Sharma’s 209 against Australia is the greatest individual score.
3.Chennai-M.A. Chidambaram Stadium
The first Test match in India was played at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai in February 1934, making it one of India’s oldest and most famous stadiums. It has witnessed a number of historic events, including Sachin Tendulkar’s moving farewell Test in 2013 and Sunil Gavaskar’s record-breaking 30th Test century in 1983. The venue will host five World Cup 2023 games, including the match between Australia and India on October 8.
At this location, India’s 414/7 against Sri Lanka in an ODI in December 2009 holds the record for the highest team score. Viv Richards scored 189 against England in an ODI in January 1984, setting the record for an individual innings.
4.Delhi- Arun Jaitley Stadium
The Delhi Capitals team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) calls the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi home. It has hosted a number of international games, including the semifinal of the 2016 World T20 and the quarterfinal of the 2011 World Cup between India and Australia. Five games, including the match between South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7, will take place in the stadium during the World Cup 2023.
At this location, India’s 362/1 against Australia in an ODI in October 2019 holds the record for the highest team total. Virender Sehwag’s 219 against the West Indies in an ODI in December 2011 is the highest individual score.
5.Dharamsala-Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
One of India’s most picturesque stadiums is the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala, which is located 1,457 meters above sea level and encircled by snow-capped mountains.Five World Cup 2023 matches, including the match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan on October 7, will be played at the stadium.
At this location, India’s 330/6 against the West Indies in an ODI in October 2014 stands as the highest team score. Ajinkya Rahane scored 127 against South Africa in an ODI in October 2015, setting the record for an individual score.
6.Hyderabad-Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
Since its opening in November 2003, the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad has played host to numerous international matches, making it one of India’s most cutting-edge venues. Three World Cup 2023 matches will take place there, including the match between Pakistan and the Netherlands on October 6.
At this location, India’s 356/9 against Pakistan in an ODI in November 2009 holds the record for the highest team score. The highest individual score was 175 by Rohit Sharma in a November 2013 ODI match against Australia.
7.Kolkata-Eden Gardens
One of India’s most renowned and historic locations is Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. It has seen a number of memorable games, including the World Cup final between India and Sri Lanka in April 2011 and the tied Test between India and Australia in September 1986. The stadium will host five games during the 2023 World Cup, including the semifinal on November 16 between the second- and third-ranked teams.
The highest team score at this location is 404/5, which India achieved in an ODI against Sri Lanka in November 2014. Rohit Sharma scored 264 against Sri Lanka in the same match, which is the greatest individual score.
8.Lucknow-Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium
One of the newest stadiums in India is the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, which had its inaugural international game in November 2018. In domestic cricket, it serves as the home field for the Uttar Pradesh squad. Five World Cup 2023 matches will take place there, including the match between India and the Netherlands on October 17.
At this location, Afghanistan’s 387/5 against Ireland in an ODI in March 2019 holds the record for the highest team score. In the same match versus Afghanistan, Paul Stirling recorded the highest personal score of 162.
9.Mumbai-Wankhede Stadium
One of India’s most prominent stadiums, the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, has held a number of international games, including the World Cup final between India and Sri Lanka in April 2011. In the IPL, it serves as the home field for the Mumbai Indians team. Five World Cup 2023 matches will take place there, including the contest between England and Australia on October 14.
At this location, South Africa’s 438/4 against India in an ODI in October 2015 holds the record for the highest team score. Sachin Tendulkar’s 200 unbeaten against South Africa in an ODI in February 2010 holds the record for the greatest individual score.
10.Pune-Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium
One of the newest locations in India to host international games is the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, which held its first international game in January 2012. It serves as the home field for the IPL team Rising Pune Supergiant. The World Cup 2023 will feature five games at the stadium, including the match between Bangladesh and India on October 24.
At this location, England’s 356/7 against India in an ODI in January 2017 holds the record for the highest team score. Virat Kohli scored 120 against England in an ODI in January 2020, setting the record for an individual score.
