Official Spectator & Venue Guide • Kandy, Sri Lanka

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium – Official Visitor Guide, Match Tickets & Kandy Transit

Welcome to the authoritative digital spectator guide for Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Muttiah Muralitharan International Cricket Stadium). Located in Kundasale near Kandy, this 35,000-seat world-class arena hosts ICC World Cups, Sri Lanka bilateral series, and the high-octane Lanka Premier League (LPL).

35,000
Seating Capacity

Grandstands, Grass Banks & VIP Corporate Boxes

2009
Opening Year

ICC World Cup 2011 & World T20 2012 Host

13 KM
From Kandy Clock Tower

30 Mins via A26 Highway & Digana Buses

800
Muralitharan Legacy

Named after the world’s greatest off-spinner

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Quick Facts: Established on November 27, 2009, in Kundasale, Central Province, Sri Lanka, Pallekele Stadium is a 35,000-capacity premier sporting arena built to replace Asgiriya Stadium. Renamed after legendary bowler Muttiah Muralitharan, the ground features twin open grass embankments, a two-tiered covered Main Grandstand, and world-class floodlights. Located 13 km east of Kandy on the A26 Mahiyangana Highway, the venue is accessible in 30 minutes from Kandy Railway Station and 3.5 hours from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).



Stadium Visual Tour: Architecture & Matchday Atmosphere

Explore authentic photographic captures of Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, from the lush Mahaweli hill backdrop to high-intensity international match action.

Pallekele Stadium Daylight Playing Arena and Grass Banks

Daylight Panorama

Playing Arena & Outfield

Lush green playing surface surrounded by scenic Kundasale hills and open grass embankments.

Pallekele Stadium Main Grandstand and Players Pavilion

Main Grandstand

Pavilion & Media Center

Two-tiered covered grandstand housing team dressing rooms, VIP corporate suites, and broadcast booths.

Match Action at Pallekele Stadium Sri Lanka vs England

Matchday Action

Sri Lanka vs England Fixture

Packed grass embankments with lively Sri Lankan Papare brass bands cheering during international action.

Scenic Environs of Pallekele Cricket Stadium

Scenic Setting

Central Province Hill Country

Located near the scenic Mahaweli River valley, making it one of the most picturesque grounds in world cricket.



Explore the Pallekele Stadium Information Network

Whether you are planning your first matchday visit, booking bilateral tour tickets, or exploring Kandy’s cricket heritage, navigate through our 3 dedicated knowledge hubs:

Silo 1 • Spectator Guide

Matchday & Seating Hub

Turnstiles, gate entry security rules, grass embankment picnics, bag policies, and parking passes.

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Silo 2 • Cricket Analytics

Fixtures & Pitch Hub

Upcoming 2026 fixtures, LPL tournament dates, pitch conditions, dew factor analysis, and historic records.

View Cricket Hub & Stats →

Silo 3 • Heritage & Tourism

Heritage & Tourism Hub

Muttiah Muralitharan stadium history, ICC World Cup legacy, Mahaweli river excursions, and Kandy sightseeing.

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Interactive Location Map & Transit Coordinates

Navigate directly to Pallekele International Cricket Stadium via Google Maps. Situated on the A26 highway in Kundasale, the stadium is equipped with wide vehicle access gates and pedestrian turnstiles.

Matchday Geographic Coordinates

  • 📍 Official Address: Kandy-Mahiyangana Highway (A26), Pallekele, Kundasale, Kandy 20168, Sri Lanka
  • 🧭 GPS Coordinates: 7.2803° N, 80.7222° E
  • 🚉 From Kandy Railway: 13 km (approx. 30–35 minutes)
  • 🚌 Public Bus Transit: Route 654 (Digana / Balagolla) from Kandy Clock Tower
  • ✈️ From Colombo Airport (CMB): 125 km (approx. 3.5 hours via Central Expressway)
  • 🅿️ Designated Parking: Balagolla Grounds & Pallekele BOI Industrial Zone

🏏 Verified Spectator & Operations Intelligence

Information compiled and verified in accordance with published Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) matchday guidelines, Central Province Police traffic advisories, and international ICC venue specifications. Last reviewed: 2026 Season.