Greenfield International Stadium, also known as The Sports Hub and previously called the Trivandrum International Stadium, is a world-class multi-purpose sports venue in Kerala, India. It is mainly used for cricket and football, and is located in the Kariavattom neighborhood of Thiruvananthapuram city.
đ Location & Construction
- Built on 36 acres of land leased from the University of Kerala for âš94 lakh (US$146,527.23) per year for 15 years.
- The stadium is designed to international standards, making it one of Indiaâs most modern multi-use sports complexes.
âŊ Football History
- The first international football tournament hosted was the 2015 SAFF Championship.
- India won the title, defeating Afghanistan 2â1 in the final.
- This event put the stadium on the global map for international football.
đ Cricket History
- The venue hosted its first One Day International (ODI) on 1 November 2018.
- Since then, it has become an important cricket venue in India, hosting multiple international matches and IPL fixtures.
đ Key Highlights
- Multi-purpose usage â Cricket, Football, Concerts, and Events.
- World-class design and fan-friendly facilities.
- Keralaâs largest and most prominent international sports hub.
- Hosts both international cricket and football matches.
