The three-match ODI series between India and West Indies women’s cricket teams, which is going to start from December 22 at the Kotambi International Stadium near Vadodara, is going to be a big attraction for the cricket lovers. The changes and new facilities taking place in this stadium will make these matches even more exciting. Kotambi International Stadium is completely ready for these matches to be played on 22, 24 and 27 December, and now before its inauguration, testing of flood lights of the stadium is also going on in full swing, making this stadium even more attractive. Is visible.
Kotambi International Stadium: New bastion of cricket
Kotambi Stadium, located near Vadodara, has now become the talk of the town for its spectacular flood light system, huge spectator capacity and state-of-the-art facilities. The stadium has a seating capacity of over 32,000 spectators and also includes 35 luxury boxes. These boxes can be booked by private companies, businessmen and other prominent people on contracts of 10 to 15 years. Each luxury box can seat 20 people and apart from this, facilities like sofa are also available, so that the people coming here will be able to enjoy the match comfortably. It is not going to be just a stadium but a great experience.
magic of flood light system
During the testing of flood lights of the stadium, it was seen from the drone camera that the view of the stadium becomes very spectacular and attractive when the flood lights are lit at night. There are 4 big flood lights installed in the stadium, in which 400 LED bulbs have been installed. These lights can be turned on and off instantly. This facility is present in this stadium only in the second stadium in India, the first place goes to Reliance Stadium of Mumbai. Three generators have been installed for these lights, out of which two generators will work continuously, while the third generator will remain on standby.
Special welcome for VIP guests
A special arrangement has been made for VIP guests in this stadium. Whenever a VIP guest enters the stadium, his name and ‘WELCOME’ will be visible on the flood lights of the stadium. DMX system has been used for this. This system will be a special attraction in any stadium and Kotambi Stadium will be a great example of this.
Facilities for players
The country’s largest dressing room has been prepared for the players in the stadium. Apart from this, a special room for match officials, referee room, umpire room, analyst room and special room for anti-corruption unit have also been made. There is also a first aid room to provide a comfortable and convenient environment during the match. Apart from this, a special room has also been prepared for the commentators so that they can easily do their commentary during the match.
Preparations complete, just waiting for the match
Vadodara Cricket Association (BCA) project manager Amit Parikh said that all the preparations for the stadium have been completed and now just waiting for the match. He said that the first match will be day-night and flood lights are being tested for the same. The testing of flood lights is being done on alternate days so that there is no technical problem of any kind during the match. The first two matches will be day-night and the third match will start at 9:30 am.
Big role in the development of Kotambi Stadium
The development of Kotambi Stadium is the result of joint efforts of Vadodara Cricket Association and the local administration. This stadium has become an important venue for Vadodara, where international level matches can now be played. Two grounds here are already ready and the construction work of the third ground is going on. This stadium will also witness Ranji Trophy and other domestic cricket matches in future.
A new standard for international matches
Keeping pace with the advancement, Kotambi International Stadium is giving birth to a new direction in cricket infrastructure in India. This stadium will prove to be a milestone for the cricket lovers not only of Vadodara but of the entire country. Due to its structure and modern facilities, this stadium is going to add a new chapter in the history of cricket.
This new stadium has become a cause of pride for Vadodara and the state of Gujarat, and the contribution of this stadium to international cricket will be even greater in the times to come. This historic series of cricket is going to make a new beginning between India and West Indies at Kotambi Stadium.
