Ekana Cricket Stadium
Stadium International cricket stadium in Lucknow, large capacity
On Lucknow’s outskirts, Ekana Cricket Stadium stages international matches, IPL games and large events; travelling fans attend live cricket, corporate hospitality and stadium tours during fixtures.
Ekana Cricket Stadium is a large international cricket ground in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It is a modern purpose-built stadium used for domestic and international matches with a capacity close to 50,000 spectators.
The venue offers a full bowl of seating surrounding a broadcast-standard playing surface, practice facilities and spectator amenities that support international fixtures. Matches at the stadium attract large crowds for national and franchise fixtures.
The stadium opened in the late 2010s as part of a broader sporting complex development in Lucknow and has hosted international and Indian Premier League matches since its inauguration. It was constructed to meet contemporary standards for international cricket venues.
Situated in the Ekana Sports City area on the western side of Lucknow, the stadium is connected to the city by major roads and is within the urban extent of Uttar Pradesh’s capital region.
- Capacity and use: The stadium has a seating capacity of around 50,000 and is used for international and domestic cricket fixtures, including IPL matches.
- Setting: Located within a larger sports complex, it is one of Uttar Pradesh's main international-standard cricket venues and is served by road links from central Lucknow.
How to Get to Ekana Cricket Stadium #
Ekana is on the outskirts of central Lucknow near the city’s expressway corridors. By road it’s approximately 20-30 minutes from Lucknow Railway Station and the airport depending on traffic. On event days local authorities usually provide guidance on parking, shuttle buses and ride-share drop-off points.
Tips for Visiting Ekana Cricket Stadium #
- Match-day entry is by ticket only - buy in advance via official cricket boards or ticketing partners to avoid scalpers.
- If visiting on a non-match day, check with stadium management about availability for stadium tours or private hires.
- Traffic around the stadium can be heavy on event days; arrive early and use designated parking or a rideshare drop-off.
Best Time to Visit Ekana Cricket Stadium #
Ekana Cricket Stadium (Ekana Sports City) is a major cricket stadium in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, used for international and domestic matches. Access depends on event schedules.
Weather & Climate near Ekana Cricket Stadium #
Ekana Cricket Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 41°C. Moderate rainfall (976 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (279 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (296 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
