Stadiums

The  Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, located in the Egmore district of Chennai, is one of India’s premier international field hockey venues and currently serves as a primary host for the 2026 Men’s Hockey India League (HIL). Built in 1995 and named after the former Mayor of Madras, M. Radhakrishna Pillai, the stadium accommodates 8,670 spectators and is renowned for its state-of-the-art carbon-zero blue Astroturf, which was updated to Olympic standards in 2023. Over the decades, it has established a storied legacy by hosting major global tournaments, including the 1996 and 2005 Champions Trophies, the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy, and the 2025 FIH Men’s Junior World Cup. Operated by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, it remains a vital hub for both local Chennai Hockey Association matches and high-stakes international competition.

The SDAT Tennis Stadium, officially known as the Nungambakkam Tennis Stadium, is a prominent hard-court tennis venue located in the Lake Area of Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Opened in 1995 for the South Asian Federation Games, it features one center court and six outer courts with a seating capacity of 5,800. The stadium has a rich history of hosting major international events, including the ATP and WTA Chennai Open tournaments, and currently serves as a central hub for tennis development and coaching under the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association.

Ajeya Stadium is a well-maintained sports facility located in Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, primarily serving the employees and families of the Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF). It is a multi-purpose ground featuring a 400m running track, football and hockey fields, and a cricket practice area. While public entry is generally restricted for daily use, the stadium occasionally hosts large community events and exhibitions, such as a Military Tank Expo, which are open to the public. It is a popular local venue known for its good ambiance and highly rated facilities for various sports activities.

Located on Marshalls Road in Egmore, Chennai,  Rajarathinam Stadium is a prominent multipurpose sports facility owned and operated by the Tamil Nadu Police Department. Originally established as a police parade ground in 1957, the stadium gained historic significance when its track was “blessed” by three Olympic legends: Jesse Owens, Bob Richards, and Bob Mathias. Following major renovations completed in 2013, the facility now features a 400-meter nine-lane running track, a 1,200-seat gallery, and specialized courts for sports like volleyball. While it remains a central venue for official police parades and recruitment drives, the stadium is also a popular site for school sports meets, cultural festivals like Chennai Sangamam, and local residents who use it for morning walks. Ongoing modernization efforts as of 2026 include plans for a high-tech synthetic athletics track to alleviate pressure on other major city stadiums.

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium short intro in paragraph The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is a prominent multi-purpose sports complex located in New Delhi, India, widely recognized as one of the largest stadiums in the country with a seating capacity of over 60,000 spectators. It was originally built to host the 9th Asian Games in 1982 and later served as the main venue for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, hosting both the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as various athletic events. Managed by the Sports Authority of India, the stadium features state-of-the-art facilities, including a synthetic running track and a FIFA-standard football field, and has hosted numerous international football and cricket matches over the years.

The M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, also known as the Chepauk Stadium, is a historic cricket ground in Chepauk, Chennai, India, established in 1916 and recognized as the second oldest functional cricket stadium in the country. It serves as the primary home venue for the Indian Premier League team Chennai Super Kings and the Tamil Nadu state cricket team. The stadium is famous for hosting India’s inaugural Test match victory in 1952 and the second tied Test in history in 1986. With a capacity of around 38,000, it is operated by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association and remains a central landmark for cricket in India.