ENG vs SL: England will look to carry momentum from the whitewash against West Indies when they face Sri Lanka in the first of the three-match Test series at the Old Trafford in Manchester, starting from Wednesday (August 21). Ahead of the opening Test match, let us check out Old Trafford Cricket Ground pitch report and stats.
Old Trafford Ground Test stats
Old Trafford has hosted 19 Tests since 2000. Of those matches, the home side has won 13 matches while four matches have been drawn. On the other hand, the visiting teams have won just two matches at the venue.
England wins: 13
Visitor wins: 2
Draws: 4
Average 1st innings score: 336
Highest team total: 592 – England v Australia, 2023
Lowest team total: 114 – New Zealand v England, 2008
Old Trafford Cricket Stadium pitch
Old Trafford is the fastest track in England and is historically good for batting, but will take spin later in the game. Its pace has also made fast bowlers interested, and the records here speak themselves. Previously, the venue lost its test status in 2009, and after some redevelopments, the stadium regained its test status in 2013. The skipper winning the toss at the first ENG vs SL Test match might opt to have a bowl first.
