MA Chidambaram Stadium Stats; Chennai T20 World Cup Venue Records, Match Results, Top Players

The iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is set to host a few of the T20 World Cup 2026 matches as it starts from February 7 in India and Sri L...

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The iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is set to host a few of the T20 World Cup 2026 matches as it starts from February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.

MA Chidambaram Stadium, known for its passionate fans and spin-friendly pitch, is set for the World Cup battle. The iconic stadium will host seven matches in this edition. Along with six group stage matches, it will also host a Super 8 Group match.

MA Chidambaram Stadium Details

City: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Established: 1916

Operator/Owner: Tamil Nadu Cricket Association; home to Chennai Super Kings (IPL), Tamil Nadu (Domestic)

Seating Capacity: 38,200

Dimensions and Pitch

Field Size: 150m x 134m (164 yd x 179 yd).

Boundary Dimensions: Square boundaries ~60-62m; straight boundaries ~65-70m

Ends: Anna Pavilion End, V. Pattabhiraman Gate End

T20 World Cup 2026 MA Chidambaram Stadium Schedule

New Zealand

vs Afghanistan (February 8)

New Zealand vs UAE (February 10)

USA vs Netherlands (February 13)

USA vs Namibia (February 15)

New Zealand vs Canada (February 17)

Afghanistan vs Canada (February 19)

Super 8 Match (February 26)

MA Chidambaram Stadium T20I History

Chennai's MA Chidambaram, also known as the Chepauk Stadium, has hosted three international T20 matches so far. The first match was played way back in 2012 as India played New Zealand.