The stadium was granted Test match status in 2006, with its inaugural Test match played against Sri Lanka.
It is one of the few stadiums in the country equipped with professional-grade permanent floodlights for international night matches.
The pitch is historically known to provide a balanced surface that initially supports fast bowlers before favoring spin as the match progresses.
The venue is named after Motiur Rahman, an aviator who died during the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971.
It is frequently referred to locally as the Sagorika Stadium due to its location in the Sagorika area of Chittagong.
The Bir Shrestha Shahid Flight Lieutenant Motiur Rahman Cricket Stadium, widely known as the Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, is a premier international cricket venue in Chittagong, Bangladesh. It serves as a regular host for Test, ODI, and T20 international matches sanctioned by the Bangladesh Cricket Board. The stadium features a seating capacity of approximately 20,000 spectators. It replaced the M.A. Aziz Stadium as the primary cricket hub in the city. The venue gained full Test status in 2006. Its infrastructure includes high-mast floodlights, allowing for day-night matches. The facility is named in honor of Motiur Rahman, a recipient of Bangladesh's highest military award, the Bir Shrestha. The stadium's orientation is designed to optimize visibility for both players and the broadcasting media.
The elevated walkway in the main pavilion area offers the best unobstructed view of the field with the floodlight towers in the background.
Select seats in the upper tiers of the grandstand to get a panoramic view of the entire pitch and stadium architecture.
Carry a hat and high-SPF sunscreen, as much of the stadium seating is uncovered and exposed to direct tropical sunlight.
Check the local news for ticket distribution points well in advance, as high-profile matches often sell out quickly.
Avoid purchasing tickets from unofficial scalpers outside the gates, as they are frequently overpriced or fraudulent.
The venue is closed to the public except during scheduled cricket matches or authorized training sessions.
Avoid bringing bags or backpacks into the stands; secure storage is rarely available. Professional camera equipment usually requires prior media accreditation.
