List of Indian Cricketers Who Have A Pavilion/Stand Named After Them

Virat Kohli pavilion at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (Source: Web & AP)Indian cricket has produced several legendary names who have left a lasting mark on the sport. For some of these cricketers, their legacy has been honoured beyond records and trophies.Several Indian stadiums have named stands, pavilions and gates after iconic players. These names now remain a permanent part of some of the country’s most famous cricket venues.Notably, legendary Indian spinner R. Ashwin will soon join two Indian cricket legends in receiving a stand named after him at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium. The honour has once again highlighted how Indian cricket’s iconic players are being commemorated at major venues.Along the same lines, here’s a look at Indian cricketers who have pavilions, stands or gates named after them.1. Sachin Tendulkar– Wankhede Stadium, MumbaiSachin Tendulkar’s connection with the Wankhede Stadium is special. The legendary batter has a stand named after him at the iconic Mumbai venue.The Sachin Tendulkar Stand is one of the most recognisable sections of the stadium. It was named after the ‘God of Cricket’ while he was still an active cricketer.Tendulkar played several memorable matches at Wankhede and also finished his international career at the iconic venue in 2013.2. Sunil Gavaskar– Wankhede Stadium, MumbaiSunil Gavaskar is another Mumbai legend to receive a major honour at Wankhede Stadium.The venue has the Sunil Gavaskar Stand and Sunil Gavaskar Pavilion named after the former India captain. The honour reflects his enormous contribution to Indian and Mumbai cricket.Gavaskar was the first batter to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket and became one of the most influential players of his generation.3. Rohit Sharma– Wankhede Stadium, MumbaiRohit Sharma is another Mumbai cricketer whose name has been added to Wankhede Stadium.A stand at the iconic venue has been named after the former India captain. The honour adds Rohit’s name alongside other Mumbai greats such as Tendulkar and Gavaskar.Also read: Rohit Sharma's ODI Record At Barsapara Stadium Guwahati Before IND vs WI 2nd ODI, 2026Rohit has a long association with Wankhede. He has played several memorable international and IPL matches at the venue.4. Virat Kohli– Arun Jaitley Stadium, DelhiVirat Kohli’s name is permanently associated with the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.The venue has the Virat Kohli Pavilion, honouring one of the most successful cricketers to emerge from the capital. The stadium’s official ICC venue profile also lists the Virat Kohli Pavilion among its named sections.Kohli, who recently became only the second player in cricket history to score 15,000 ODI runs, began his cricketing journey in Delhi before becoming one of India’s leading international batters.5. MS Dhoni– JSCA International Stadium, RanchiMS Dhoni led India to the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy titles.For his enormous contribution to the Indian cricket, the JSCA International Stadium has a pavilion named after the former India captain. It is a fitting tribute to the cricketer who put Ranchi on the global cricket map.6. Sourav Ganguly– Eden Gardens, KolkataSourav Ganguly’s name is synonymous with Bengal cricket and Eden Gardens.A stand at the iconic Kolkata venue has been named after the former India captain. Ganguly enjoyed a remarkable career as both a batter and leader.He also represented Bengal extensively and later served as president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).7. VVS Laxman– Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, HyderabadVVS Laxman is one of Hyderabad’s most celebrated cricketers. The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has a pavilion named after the former India batter. Laxman’s association with Hyderabad cricket made the honour particularly significant.Also read: VVS Laxman's Responsibilities Revealed In Newly Proposed BCCI RoleHe is remembered for his elegant batting and several match-winning Test performances for India.8. Virender Sehwag– Arun Jaitley Stadium, DelhiVirender Sehwag is another Delhi-born cricketer whose name has been honoured at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.A gate at the venue is named after the explosive former India opener.Sehwag was known for his aggressive batting style and became one of the most destructive openers in international cricket.9. Mohammad Azharuddin– Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, HyderabadMohammad Azharuddin also features among the Indian cricketers honoured at a major stadium. A stand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad bears his name.The former India captain was known for his stylish strokeplay and was one of the prominent batters of Indian cricket during the 1990s.10. Yuvraj Singh– IS Bindra Stadium, MohaliYuvraj Singh’s contribution to Indian cricket has also been recognised at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. A stand at the venue is named after the former India all-rounder.Also read: India's T20 World Cup 2007 Winning Squad: Where Are The Players Now?Yuvraj played a key role in India’s 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup campaigns. His six sixes in an over during the 2007 T20 World Cup remain one of the most iconic moments in Indian cricket.11. Rahul Dravid – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, BengaluruRahul Dravid has a stand named after him at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The former India captain spent a major part of his domestic career representing Karnataka and became one of the finest Test batters in Indian cricket. Dravid’s calm approach and consistency earned him the nickname ‘The Wall’.12. Jhulan Goswami – Eden Gardens, KolkataJhulan Goswami is among the prominent India women cricketers to receive a stadium honour. A stand at Eden Gardens is named after the former India fast bowler.Goswami was one of the leading fast bowlers in women’s international cricket and represented India for nearly two decades. Her contribution helped raise the profile of women’s cricket in the country.13. Mithali Raj – ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, VisakhapatnamA stand at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (Vizag), is named after Mithali Raj.The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) inaugurated the Mithali Raj Stand on October 12, 2025, ahead of an ICC Women's Cricket World Cup match. During the same event, the stadium also named a gate after former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Raavi Kalpana.Also read: Perth Scorchers Sign Zak Crawley To Replace KKR Star For BBL 2026-27