Holkar Stadium’s Cricket Museum Opens to Public, Showcasing India’s Glorious Sporting Legacy

Indore’s Holkar Stadium is now home to India’s first cricket museum managed by a state association, officially opening its doors to the public on July 15. Developed by the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA), the museum is a tribute to Indian cricket’s rich heritage and global milestones.

 

Key highlights:

 

- Inaugurated on July 7 by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and former Indian captain Dilip Vengsarkar, the museum features over 500 rare memorabilia.

- A replica of Lord’s Pavilion balcony with a life-size statue of Kapil Dev holding the 1983 World Cup trophy greets visitors at the entrance.

- Iconic gear includes Sachin Tendulkar’s pads, Rahul Dravid’s gloves, Vengsarkar’s helmet, and Amay Khurasiya’s bat from the 1999 World Cup.

 

Museum experience:

- Entry is via the Usha Raje Gate, opposite Indore Tennis Club. Timings are 11:00 am to 1:15 pm and 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm, closed on Mondays.

- Tickets are priced at ₹100 for adults and ₹50 for children aged 4–12. Children under 4 enter free.

- Parking is available inside the stadium, subject to availability.

 

Special features:

- Statues of Colonel CK Nayudu and other cricket legends add emotional depth to the experience.

- Memorabilia from Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Avesh Khan, Rajat Patidar, and Venkatesh Iyer are also on display.

- The museum is designed to evolve, with rotating exhibits every six months in partnership with Pune’s Blades of Glory.

 

Sources: Times of India, Mid-Day, Indian Express, Deccan Chronicle, Punekar News.