The Cricket Museum, Indore

POSTED ON 12/12/2025 IN Exhibitions

Concept and Design by Huzoor Nand Choudhry, Designer, Huzoor Designs (India, ITP 2008)

Located within the historic Holkar Stadium, The Cricket Museum, Indore stands as a one-of-a-kind cultural and sporting landmark. Spread across eleven thoughtfully curated sections, the museum pays tribute to India’s rich cricketing legacy, beginning with the celebrated son of Indore, C.K. Nayudu. His pioneering contribution forms the opening chapter of the museum, setting the tone for a journey that spans World Cup history, legendary cricketers, iconic IPL moments, and a dedicated section honoring women cricketers who have shaped the sport with distinction.

Interior of Indore Cricket Museum, designed by Huzoor Nand Choudhry (India, ITP 2008).

The collection housed within the museum is extensive and deeply engaging. Visitors encounter autograph bats, gloves, balls, and jerseys from some of the world’s most admired players. Antique trophies, rare match tickets, personal letters, and heritage cricket leather kits add layers of historical depth. The presence of vintage bats and meticulously preserved memorabilia offers enthusiasts an intimate connection to the evolution of the sport. Every display has been conceptualized to evoke nostalgia while presenting cricket’s story in a contemporary and immersive format.

The museum’s design—both interior and exterior—is the visionary work of Huzoor Nand Choudhry, who was introduced by President, MPCA (Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association) as an expert designer and entrusted with shaping the entire experience. From the colour palette and visual storytelling to lighting systems, signage, display curation, and spatial choreography, Huzoor crafted an environment that balances modern museum sensibilities with the emotional gravity of India’s cricketing heritage. His role extended far beyond the galleries; he designed the outdoor zones, the cafeteria, its seating areas, the landscaped surroundings, and the elegantly styled souvenir shop. Each element was planned to ensure visitors enjoy a seamless and memorable experience from entry to exit.

Exterior and interior images of Indore Cricket Museum, designed by Huzoor Nand Choudhry (India, ITP 2008).

MPCA has expressed immense appreciation for Huzoor’s meticulous approach, creative clarity, and commitment to authenticity. His work transformed a museum inside an active stadium into a vibrant cultural space—a rare fusion that has been widely praised by visitors, players, and administrators alike. The result is not only a tribute to cricket but also an exemplary model of museum design rooted in storytelling, sensitivity, and innovation.

This project stands as a testament to Huzoor Nand Choudhry’s design excellence and his ability to bring history alive through space, form, and experience.