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Gaddafi Stadium is a Test cricket ground in Lahore, Pakistan. It was designed by Pakistani architect Murat Khan and completed in 1959. Some additions were added many years later by Nayyar Ali Dada. After its renovation for the 1996 Cricket World Cup, the stadium has a capacity of over 60,000 spectators for high profile matches or events.
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- The ground was originally named "Lahore Stadium", but was renamed in 1974 in honour of Colonel Gaddafi of Libya after a rousing speech he gave at a Organisation of the Islamic Conference meeting in favour of Pakistan's right to pursue nuclear weapons.
- Gaddafi Stadium also houses the headquarters of the Pakistan Cricket Board.
- In 1995-96, the stadium was completely renovated by original architect Nayyar Ali Dada for the 1996 Cricket World Cup. The stadium held the final, with over 60,000 spectators.
- Three hat-tricks have been taken at the stadium:
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Coordinates: 31°30′48.01″N, 74°19′59.97″E
