MM Patel Indian Premier League records at Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera, define the venue as a high-scoring battleground in the IPL, featuring the league's highest team total of 243/5 and the lowest of 6/2.
Gujarat Titans have established dominance at their home ground in Ahmedabad, playing 31 matches since the venue's first T20 fixture in 2010, with individual records including Shubman Gill's 129 and B Kumar's 6/30.
Overview
The contrast between the 6/2 low and the 243/5 high illustrates the variable pitch conditions and match contexts encountered over the 16-year span from 2010 to 2026. Rajasthan Royals hold the record for the lowest score, while Punjab Kings hold the record for the highest score. No other team has surpassed these specific numerical benchmarks in the available match data.
What are the individual batting and bowling records at Motera?
On the bowling front, the best figures recorded are 6/30, delivered by B Kumar on 2023-05-15. This performance represents the most wickets taken by a single bowler in a single match at this ground according to the canonical records.
Franchise Performance at the Venue
Among all franchises competing in the Indian Premier League, Gujarat Titans hold the record for the highest number of matches played at Sardar Patel Stadium, with 31 contests to their name. This volume of fixtures reflects the venue's status as a primary home ground for the Ahmedabad-based franchise, establishing a significant statistical footprint compared to other teams that have used the stadium as a secondary or occasional host.
Rajasthan Royals have also maintained a strong presence at this venue, having participated in 12 IPL matches there. These appearances contributed to the team's early history at the stadium, which saw its first T20 match on 2010-03-15. The Royals' tenure at the ground includes some of the most extreme statistical outliers recorded in the venue's history. Notably, the team posted the lowest team total ever recorded at the stadium, scoring just 6/2 during a match against Punjab Kings on 2015-04-21.
The contrast between the Royals' low score and the venue's highest team total highlights the diverse conditions and match dynamics at Sardar Patel Stadium. While the Royals struggled to 6/2, the highest team total of 243/5 was achieved by Punjab Kings on 2025-03-25. This range of scores, from 6/2 to 243/5, underscores the variability of performances across the 53 total matches held at the venue between 2010 and 2026.
Individual brilliance has also been on display during these franchise clashes. Shubman Gill recorded the highest individual batting score at the stadium, scoring 129 runs on 2023-05-26. On the bowling front, B Kumar achieved the best bowling figures with 6/30 on 2023-05-15. These individual milestones occurred during the period when Gujarat Titans and other franchises were actively utilizing the ground, contributing to the rich statistical record of the venue.
The data from Cricsheet confirms that the most recent match at Sardar Patel Stadium took place on 2026-05-31, bringing the total count to 53 matches. The distribution of matches among teams, with Gujarat Titans leading with 31 and Rajasthan Royals following with 12, illustrates the evolving nature of IPL scheduling and franchise home grounds. The venue continues to be a key location for IPL action, hosting a wide array of teams and producing memorable statistical records.
Match Timeline and Hosting History
What is the lowest team total at Motera?
The lowest team total is 6/2, recorded by Rajasthan Royals on 21 April 2015.
Who holds the highest individual batting score at the venue?
Shubman Gill holds the record with 129 runs, scored on 26 May 2023.
Who has the best bowling figures at Sardar Patel Stadium?
B Kumar has the best bowling figures with 6/30, achieved on 15 May 2023.
Which franchise has played the most matches at Motera?
Gujarat Titans are the most active team at the venue with 31 matches.
Summary
Sardar Patel Stadium has hosted 53 IPL matches between 15 March 2010 and 31 May 2026. Gujarat Titans lead franchise performance with 31 appearances. Key statistical extremes include Punjab Kings' 243/5, Rajasthan Royals' 6/2, Shubman Gill's 129, and B Kumar's 6/30.