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 Moin-ul-Haq Stadium | |
| Ground information | |
|---|---|
| Location | Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Bihar, India |
| Coordinates | 25°36′28″N 85°10′4″E / 25.60778°N 85.16778°E |
| Establishment | 1969 |
| Capacity | 25,000 |
| Owner | Bihar Cricket Association |
| Operator | Bihar Cricket Association |
| Tenants | Indian Cricket Team Bihar cricket team |
| End names | |
| Ganga End Pavilion End | |
| International information | |
| First ODI | 15 November, 1993: Sri Lanka v  Zimbabwe |
| Last ODI | 27 February, 1996: Zimbabwe v  Kenya |
| Only women's Test | 17–19 November 1976: India v  West Indies |
| First WODI | 5 January 1978: India v  New Zealand |
| Last WODI | 22 December 1997: India v  South Africa |
| As of 7 January 2024 Source: Moin-Ul-Haque Stadium, ESPNcricinfo | |
Moin-ul-Haq Stadium previously known as Dr. Rajendra Prasad stadium is located in Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Bihar, India. The multi-purpose stadium has hosted three One Day International (ODI) matches including one from the 1996 Cricket World Cup. The stadium has a capacity of 25,000 people. It is used for cricket and association football. It is the home ground of Bihar Ranji Team. The government has proposed the stadium development expanding its seating capacity to 42,500. It is maintained by Bihar Cricket Association. Bihar Ranji Team had currently played many Ranji matches on this ground. It is named after Syed Muhammad Moin-ul-Haq, an Indian Sports administrator and former principal of Patna College.[1]
History
[edit]The stadium was previously known as Dr. Rajendra Prasad Stadium. It was renamed in 1970 after the death of icon Moin-ul-Haq, who was general secretary of Indian Olympic Association (IOA), India's chef-de-mission of the Indian Olympic contingent in 1948 to London and in 1952 to Helsinki, and one of the founding vice-presidents along with K A D Naoroji of the Bihar Cricket Association, in the year 1936 at Jamshedpur, of Bihar.[1]
Ground information
[edit]It was a state-of-the-art stadium in India with modern seating, equipment and facilities for players and spectators alike.[2] But as the stadium is being neglected by the Board of Control for Cricket in India when it comes to hosting of international match because of problem between the Bihar Cricket Association and the Board of Control for Cricket in India,[3] it has become totally outdated (more after the Indian Premier league emerged and other stadiums became Up-To-Date). After Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar, Bihar lost its Ranji Trophy team status. So, no Ranji Trophy matches are even held here. The stadium features a swimming pool and a cricket academy. It has a "Turf" pitch that follows the international standard. It is very near to Rajendra Nagar Terminal.
List of Five Wicket Hauls
[edit]Key
[edit]| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| † | The bowler was man of the match |
| ‡ | 10 or more wickets taken in the match |
| § | One of two five-wicket hauls by the bowler in the match |
| Date | Day the Test started or ODI was held |
| Inn | Innings in which five-wicket haul was taken |
| Overs | Number of overs bowled. |
| Runs | Number of runs conceded |
| Wkts | Number of wickets taken |
| Econ | Runs conceded per over |
| Batsmen | Batsmen whose wickets were taken |
| Drawn | The match was drawn. |
One Day Internationals
[edit]| No. | Bowler | Date | Team | Opposing team | Inn | Overs | Runs | Wkts | Econ | Batsmen | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Strang | 27 February 1996 | Zimbabwe | Kenya | 1 | 9.4 | 21 | 5 | 2.17 | Won[4] |
Stadium facilities and accessibility
[edit]In 2013, it was announced by the Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar that an international cricket stadium will be constructed at Rajgir, Nalanda district and Moin-ul-Haq Stadium and Patliputra Sports Complex's indoor stadium will go for renovations.[5][6]
Underground metro station of Patna Metro is being constructed near the stadium.[7]
Revival
[edit]The Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna is undergoing a significant transformation to become a world-class sports facility. This initiative is led by the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) in collaboration with the Bihar government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).[8]
Renovation Timeline & Project Scope
[edit]- Commencement: Renovation work began in April 2025 following the completion of the detailed project report and the selection of a construction agency.[9]
- Completion Target: The project aims to be completed by 2027.[10]
- Budget: The BCCI has approved a budget of approximately ₹400 crore for the stadium's redevelopment.[11]
Planned Features & Facilities
[edit]The revamped stadium will include:
- Seating Capacity: Expansion to accommodate 40,000–50,000 spectators.[12]
- Corporate & VIP Amenities: 76 corporate boxes and accommodation for 250 VIPs.[12][13]
- Sports Complex: Facilities for badminton, volleyball, swimming, and more.
- Hospitality Services: A five-star hotel, restaurants, and a fully-equipped players' hostel.
- Cricket Academy: A dedicated cricket academy to nurture local talent.
- Modern Infrastructure: Features like floodlights, advanced drainage systems, and indoor practice arenas.[14]
Government & BCCI Collaboration
[edit]- Ownership Transfer: In December 2024, the Bihar government transferred the stadium to the BCA on a 30-year lease, waiving a ₹37 crore land registry fee.
- BCCI Approval: The BCCI has endorsed the renovation, emphasizing the development of cricket infrastructure in Bihar.[15][16]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Remembering Moin-ul-Haq: An administrator par excellence". The Times of India. 13 August 2012. Archived from the original on 3 January 2014. Retrieved 2 January 2014.
- ^ "Moin-ul-Haq Stadium (Moinul Haque Stadium)". Archived from the original on 7 July 2012. Retrieved 10 September 2008.
- ^ "Bihar Cricket Association reinstated". Archived from the original on 11 September 2008. Retrieved 10 September 2008.
- ^ "16th Match, Wills World Cup at Patna, Feb 27 1996". ESPNcricinfo. Retrieved 24 August 2019.
- ^ "Bihar government plans world-class stadium". The Times of India. 2 June 2013. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
- ^ Bihar to construct world class cricket stadium Archived 24 September 2015 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "CM releases Patna metro logo". 7 April 2023.
- ^ "Bihar government to ink pact with BCCI for redevelopment of Moin-ul-Haq cricket stadium". Telegraph Online. 23 October 2024.
- ^ "Moin-ul-Haq Stadium revamp work to begin in April, says BCA president". The Times of India. 10 February 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Bihar govt transfers Moin-ul-Haq Stadium to BCA; revamp set for 2027". www.business-standard.com. Archived from the original on 12 December 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "BCCI करेगा Moinul Haq Stadium का जीर्णोद्धार, 400 करोड़ होंगे खर्च". Prabhat Khabar (in Hindi). 1 July 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Moin-ul-Haq Stadium Reconstruction: Bihar's Sports Hub Reimagined". Bihar Say. 24 October 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Bihar govt transfers Moin-ul-Haq stadium to Bihar Cricket Association; major revamp planned by 2027". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Moin-ul-Haq stadium will be used for development of cricket in Bihar, affirms Jay Shah as BCCI greenlights BCA's plan". Hindustan Times. 28 June 2024. Archived from the original on 5 July 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Moinul Haque Stadium to Be Transformed into World-Class Cricket Facility as Bihar Finalizes Landmark Deal". Patna Press. 11 December 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Moin-ul-Haq stadium set for major revamp as Bihar Cricket Association cricket complex to feature elite facilities". Big News Network. 11 December 2024.
