Cricket venues in Katraj, Pune

Best Cricket in Katraj 2026 — Where Locals Actually Go

Katraj has quietly built a solid cricket circuit — tucked between the Katraj Chowk flyover and the stretch running toward Ambegaon, you'll find nets, turfs, and academies that locals swear by over anything closer to the city centre. The Pune-Satara Road corridor makes reaching most of these spots straightforward, even if an evening session means battling the post-office-hours rush. Ten listings cover the area; these six are the ones worth your time. Tap any name below to open the full listing.

• 1. Emerging Cricket Academy — Katraj

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  One of the more structured academy setups in the Katraj belt, focused on building fundamentals rather than just net sessions. A solid first call if you want coaching alongside facility access.

• 2. Sportiqo Sports Arena — Katraj

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  Sportiqo operates as a multi-sport arena, which means the cricket infrastructure is purpose-built rather than an afterthought. Expect decent pitch conditions and reasonable slot availability on weekday mornings.

• 3. BIG SHOT Turf & Cafe — Katraj

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  The cafe attachment makes this one popular for groups who want to debrief after a match — a practical bonus in an area where post-game options are otherwise thin. Book the turf slot well in advance on weekends.

• 4. Titan Turf — Katraj

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  Titan Turf earns its spot on consistency — the kind of place where regulars show up because the surface and lighting hold up across seasons. Good for evening slots when the Katraj Chowk traffic finally clears.

• 5. Ak Cricket Academy 264 — Katraj

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  The '264' tag in the name is a local identifier that helps with directions — ask any auto near the Katraj dairy. This one leans more academy than open turf, so expect a coaching-oriented environment.

• 6. POWERPLAY ARENA TURF — Katraj

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  Powerplay Arena rounds out the list as a turf-first venue — good for casual corporate matches or weekend warrior groups. The name is easy to find on maps once you're on the Ambegaon road spur.

How to choose

Katraj's cricket spots split fairly clearly between academies with structured coaching and open turfs you can book by the hour — decide which you actually need before calling around. If you're commuting from Sinhagad Road or the Dhayari side, factor in the evening school-traffic jam near Katraj Lake; a 6 PM slot sounds fine until you're stuck at the signal. Slot availability on Saturday afternoons dries up fast across most venues here, so midweek mornings are genuinely underrated. None of the six picks on this list currently advertise a trial class, so ask directly about a one-off session when you call to enquire.

Frequently asked questions

How much does cricket cost in Katraj?

None of the six shortlisted venues publicly list their fee structures as of June 2026, so you'll need to call or message each one directly. Turf bookings in Pune's southern suburbs typically run per-hour for group slots, while academy memberships are usually billed monthly — confirm both options when you reach out.

Is there a metro or major landmark that makes reaching Katraj cricket venues easy?

Katraj isn't on the current Pune Metro lines, so most people arrive by two-wheeler or auto. Katraj Chowk is the clearest anchor point — every venue on this list is reachable within 10–15 minutes from there, and it's well-connected by buses running along Pune-Satara Road.

Which cricket facility in Katraj is best for a complete beginner?

Emerging Cricket Academy and Ak Cricket Academy 264 are the two picks that lean toward structured coaching rather than just open turf access — making them the more sensible starting points if you've never held a bat seriously. Call ahead to confirm batch timings and whether they accommodate adult beginners.

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