The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium serves as the home ground for the India men's and women's teams, the Tamil Nadu cricket teams, the Chennai Super Kings, and the Chepauk Super Gillies. Established in 1916, this venue remains a core part of the local cricket setup. It hosts a wide range of domestic and international fixtures for multiple formats.
International cricket began here with a men's Test match between India and England in 1934. The ground has since seen decades of activity, ranging from the first women's Test in 1976 to modern fixtures in 2026. Domestic cricket is also a constant presence, with the Tamil Nadu teams and the Chennai Super Kings utilizing the facility for their campaigns.
Between 2003 and 2008, the stadium staged specific tournament matches, including the Afro-Asia Cup and the TVS Cup involving India, Australia, and New Zealand. During this window, sides like Scotland, Pakistan, Kenya, and Canada competed on the surface. Notable results include Asia XI defeating Africa XI by 31 runs and a draw between Kenya and Canada in 2008.
With a capacity of 38,200, the stadium accommodates large crowds for major events. Recent international action includes a men's Test against Bangladesh in September 2024 and a women's T20I between India and South Africa in July 2024. The pitch continues to host high-stakes professional cricket across the men's and women's game, maintaining its status in the Indian calendar.
The stadium has a capacity of 38,200 spectators.
The ground was established in 1916.
The venue hosts the India men's and women's teams, the Tamil Nadu cricket teams, the Chennai Super Kings, and the Chepauk Super Gillies.
