The stadium was originally named the Victoria College Ground before being renamed in honor of hockey Olympian Roop Singh.
In 2010, Sachin Tendulkar became the first male cricketer to score 200 runs in a single ODI innings at this venue.
The stadium's floodlight towers are among the most prominent architectural features, installed to facilitate day-night matches.
It served as the site for the first-ever international day-night cricket match held on Indian soil.
The venue has transitioned between hosting hockey and cricket, though it is now exclusively used for cricket events.
Captain Roop Singh Cricket Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Gwalior known for hosting international cricket matches. Originally built as a hockey stadium, it was later converted into a cricket-focused venue. It gained international prominence when it hosted the first-ever Day/Night ODI match in India in 1988. The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 45,000 spectators. It is named after Roop Singh, a legendary Indian hockey player who won Olympic gold medals. The pitch is historically known for being batting-friendly, contributing to high-scoring encounters. It famously hosted the match where Sachin Tendulkar scored the first-ever double century in men's ODI cricket history in 2010. The stadium is under the jurisdiction of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association.
From the upper tiers of the gallery, capturing the full scope of the pitch and the historic floodlight towers.
Check the official Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association schedule before visiting, as entry is restricted during private events and match days.
Carry minimal belongings as security protocols during events can be stringent.
Stay hydrated, as the stadium is an open-air facility with limited shade in the stands.
Do not attempt to enter the field of play or restricted media areas, as security is strictly enforced.
The stadium is closed to the public except during organized matches or specific events sanctioned by the state cricket association.
