IND vs BAN 3rd T20I Pitch Report: What to expect at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will host 3rd T20I between India and Bangladesh. A modern cricketing venue established in 2003, the stadium has hosted numerous high-profile matches across formats, including ODIs, Tests, and T20Is.

In the IPL particularly,  Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has carved out a reputation for providing an entertaining cricketing spectacle with high-scoring games.

IND vs BAN 3rd T20I Pitch Report

The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is generally considered to be a batter-friendly. In T20Is, the wicket has allowed teams to put up big scores. Early on, pacers may get some movement, especially under lights during night matches, but the wicket flattens out, aiding strokeplay as the game goes on.

Win the Toss and Bowl First

Historically, teams have found success chasing at this venue in the shortest format of the game. The dew factor in evening matches often favors the side batting second, as the ball skids more, making it harder for spinners and pacers to grip the ball. This has led to several high-scoring chases being successfully executed.

India holds the record for the highest successful run chase at this stadium in T20I cricket, scoring 209/4 while chasing West Indies’ 207/5 in 2019.

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Best Performances at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

• Highest Total: The Indian team holds the record for the highest total at this ground, successfully chasing 209 against West Indies in December 2019, a game where Virat Kohli produced a masterful unbeaten 94 off just 50 balls.
• Best Bowling Figures: Axar Patel’s 3/33 against Australia in September 2022 remains the best bowling performance in T20Is at this stadium. His ability to deceive batters with flight and accuracy played a key role in India restricting Australia to 186/7.
• Highest Partnership: In the same 2022 match, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav forged a 104-run partnership to steer India to victory, showcasing how batters can take full advantage of the surface when set.