ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, is one of India’s most modern and picturesque cricket venues. Officially known as the Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, it has quickly gained recognition as a premier destination for international and domestic cricket since hosting its first ODI in 2005 and its inaugural Test in 2016. With a seating capacity of around 27,500, the stadium offers an electrifying yet comfortable atmosphere for spectators, enhanced by excellent sightlines and world-class facilities.
Nestled between scenic hills and the Bay of Bengal coastline, the stadium is known for its stunning natural backdrop and well-maintained outfield. The pitch at ACA-VDCA typically provides a balanced contest, offering turn for spinners as the game progresses while remaining conducive to fluent stroke play early on. This has made the ground a favorite for both batsmen and bowlers, producing memorable performances across formats, including several high-scoring ODIs and milestone Test innings.
The stadium regularly serves as the home ground for the Andhra cricket team and has hosted many exciting Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, further raising its profile. Its modern amenities — including spacious dressing rooms, floodlights for day-night games, and advanced practice facilities — meet international standards and contribute to an exceptional playing and viewing experience.
ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium stands today as a symbol of Andhra Pradesh’s growing sporting infrastructure and India’s expanding cricketing map. Its blend of natural beauty, passionate crowds, and high-quality cricket makes it a cherished venue for fans and players alike.
Dr Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium – Test Ground Statistics
| Category | Statistic / Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 3 (100.00%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 3 (100.00%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 3 (100.00%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Drawn | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 215 – M A Agarwal (India) vs South Africa, 02 Oct 2019 |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 7/145 – R Ashwin (India) vs South Africa, 02 Oct 2019 |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 9/91 – J J Bumrah (India) vs England, 02 Feb 2024 |
| Highest Team Innings | 502/7 dec – India vs South Africa, 02 Oct 2019 |
| Lowest Team Innings | 158 – England vs India, 16 Nov 2016 |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | N/A |
| Average Opening Stand (Runs) | 52.92 |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 33.47 |
| Average Runs per Over | 3.36 |
| Average Score Batting First | 451 |
Dr Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium – ODI Ground Statistics
| Category | Statistic / Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 10 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 7 (70.00%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 2 (20.00%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 3 (27.27%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 6 (54.55%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 8 (72.73%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 1 (9.09%) |
| Matches Tied | 1 (10.00%) |
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 159 – R G Sharma (India) vs West Indies, 18 Dec 2019 |
| Best Bowling | 5/18 – A Mishra (India) vs New Zealand, 29 Oct 2016 |
| Highest Team Innings | 387/5 – India vs West Indies, 18 Dec 2019 |
| Lowest Team Innings | 79 – New Zealand vs India, 29 Oct 2016 |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 292/5 – India vs Australia, 20 Oct 2010 |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 39.41 |
| Average Runs per Over | 6.05 |
| Average Score Batting First | 252 |
Dr Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium – T20I Ground Statistics
| Category | Statistic / Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 4 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 3 (75.00%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 1 (25.00%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 1 (20.00%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 3 (60.00%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 3 (60.00%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 1 (20.00%) |
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) |
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 110 – J P Inglis (Australia) vs India, 23 Nov 2023 |
| Best Bowling | 4/8 – R Ashwin (India) vs Sri Lanka, 14 Feb 2016 |
| Highest Team Innings | 209/8 – India vs Australia, 23 Nov 2023 |
| Lowest Team Innings | 82 – Sri Lanka vs India, 14 Feb 2016 |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 209/8 – India vs Australia, 23 Nov 2023 |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 22.47 |
| Average Runs per Over | 7.60 |
| Average Score Batting First | 119 |