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List of IPL Grounds Outside India

A comprehensive list of international cricket stadiums that have hosted IPL matches across South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.

8 itemsUpdated Mar 26, 2026

Relocating the IPL is a massive logistical undertaking that has happened four times: 2009 (South Africa), 2014 (UAE - First Leg), 2020 (UAE), and 2021 (UAE - Second Leg). The UAE has since become a second home for the league, with Dubai International Cricket Stadium hosting 46 matches. South Africa remains the only country to have hosted the entire tournament in its second-ever edition, providing a unique bouncy-track challenge for Indian players.

#	Name	Capacity	Years Active	Matches Hosted
1	Dubai International Cricket Stadium Dubai, UAE The most-used overseas venue, famous for its 'Ring of Fire' floodlights and hosting the 2020 and 2021 finals.	25,000	2014, 2020, 2021	46
2	Sheikh Zayed Stadium Abu Dhabi, UAE A key venue for the UAE legs, known for its large boundaries that favor tactical spinners.	20,000	2014, 2020, 2021	37
3	Sharjah Cricket Stadium Sharjah, UAE The 'Sixer Factory' of the UAE, where short boundaries led to some of the highest-scoring games in 2020.	16,000	2014, 2020, 2021	28
4	Kingsmead Durban, South Africa Hosted the most matches during the 2009 South African edition, known for its coastal swing and bounce.	25,000	2009	15
5	SuperSport Park Centurion, South Africa A regular host for high-stakes games in 2009, including several double-headers.	22,000	2009	11
6	Wanderers Stadium Johannesburg, South Africa The site of the 2009 IPL Final where Deccan Chargers lifted the trophy after a thrilling finish.	34,000	2009	8
7	Newlands Cricket Ground Cape Town, South Africa The scenic venue that hosted the opening match of the 2009 season between MI and CSK.	25,000	2009	7
8	St George's Park Port Elizabeth, South Africa A historic venue that provided several low-scoring thrillers during the 2009 edition.	19,000	2009	7

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 26, 2026.

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