ICC approves stadium in Greater Noida for international matches
What's the story
The International Cricket Council has approved another stadium in India to host international matches. Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Cricket Stadium in Greater Noida can now stage international matches, the Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed. The ICC approved the stadium last week, after some minor changes that were done as asked by them during their previous visit in December 2015.
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BCCI President speaks
BCCI President Anurag Thakur expressed his happiness after the stadium was approved by the ICC. He said, "I'm pleased to announce that the SVSP Cricket Stadium, Greater Noida, is now fully compliant to host international matches with full members."
About the stadium
Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex
The construction in Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex Ground got finished by the year 2013. Conforming to the norms set by the ICC, the stadium can accommodate around 8000 people, which will be increased to 14,000 in future. The stadium is a home ground to the Afghanistan national cricket team and has also hosted a day-night game of Duleep Trophy.