Published on: Nov 1, 2023 2:10 pm IST|Updated on: Nov 1, 2023 2:10 pm IST
The iconic Wankhede is all set to host India and Sri Lanka once again on Thursday. The last time two sides played an ODI game here, India were crowned the World Champions.
India are on a roll in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023 as they sit at the top of the points table with six wins in six matches. They have already qualified for the semifinals but need a win to confirm their spot. The Men in Blue will look to win another game to keep their streak going.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka are almost out of the semifinal race with two wins and four losses in six matches. They managed to stun England but lost to Afghanistan in their last match. It will be interesting to see how they will pick themselves against the mighty Indians.
In this post, we will take a look at the Wankhede Stadium Pitch, Venue Stats, Record, and Average Score ahead of the World Cup clash between India vs Sri Lanka.
It is a fantastic track to bat on. The wicket is likely to offer the pace and the bounce to the batters so that they can play their shots freely. There might be some spin for the spinners during the daytime but won’t trouble the batters much. The pacers are expected to get some swing with the new ball during the second innings under the lights. Nevertheless, it is expected to be a high-scoring game.
Last Three Results at the Venue
It is a pure batting surface evident from the last two matches in the ongoing World Cup. The surface is hard with even pace and bounce, hence, the batters could play their shots through the line. The quick outfield also gives the batter the full value for their shots.
India have played 20 ODIs at this venue. They have won 11 and lost 9 games here.
India’s Highest Total at the venue: 299/4 in 40 overs vs Sri Lanka in 1987 India’s Lowest Total at the venue: 165/10 in 48.5 overs vs West Indies in 1989
Sri Lanka have played five ODI matches at this venue. They have won two and lost three matches.
Sri Lanka’s Highest Total at the venue: 289/7 in 40 overs vs India in 1987 Sri Lanka’s Lowest Total at the venue: 222/10 in 50 overs vs West Indies in 1993
Wankhede Stadium Ground Info
Seating Capacity: 33000 Number of matches hosted: 26 Tests, 25 ODIs, and 8 T20Is
Total Matches Played: 25 Home Team (India) Won: 11 Visiting Team Won: 9 Neutral Side Won: 5 No Result: 0 Match Tied: 0
Average 1st Innings Score: 256 Matches Won Batting 1st: 13 Matches Won Batting 2nd: 12 Highest Team Total: 438/4 by South Africa vs India in 2015 Lowest Team Total: 115/10 by Bangladesh vs India in 1998 Highest Run Chase: 284/4 by New Zealand vs India in 2017
Highest Individual Score: 174 by Quinton de Kock (South Africa) vs Bangladesh in 2023 Best Bowling Figures: 6/27 by Murali Kartik (India) vs Australia in 2007 Most Runs: Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 455 runs in 11 matches Most Wickets: Venkatesh Prasad (India) – 15 wickets in 6 matches Most Sixes in ODIs at this venue: Heinrich Klassen (South Africa) – 12 Sixes
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