Greenfield Stadium Pitch Report: Following a thrilling win in the first T20I, IND vs AUS 2nd T20I heads to Thiruvananthapuram. And after a run fest, there could be a bowlers’ day put on Sunday as the pitch is likely to aid seamers early on as was evident in the last IND vs SA T20I at this venue.
In the first match, Australia, after being put into bat, posted a big total of 208/3 in 20 overs, courtesy of Josh Inglis’ century. But on captaincy debut, Suryakumar Yadav played a blistering knock of 80 runs off 42 balls, and Rinku Singh maintained composure in the final over, guiding India to a 2-wicket win.
Ahead of the second IND vs AUS T20I, check out the pitch report and stats of the Greenfield Stadium below.
Greenfield Stadium Pitch Report: IND vs AUS 2nd T20I
The playing surface at Greenfield International Stadium is not known for producing high scores, with the pitch favoring bowlers, especially spin bowlers. On more humid days, the pitch’s moisture can aid fast bowlers, but conversely, it helps better ball-to-bat movement.
In the three T20Is held at this venue, the average score has been 114. However, the advantage for bowlers is counteracted by challenging conditions under the lights, with dew likely to set in, as anticipated during the upcoming India vs Australia 2nd T20I.
Given the pitch conditions that generally favor bowlers, and considering the statistical trends, it is probable that the team winning the toss will choose to bat first.
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Green Stadium: Stats & Records
- Matches: 3
- India Won: 2
- Visiting Team Won: 1
- Matches Won Batting 1st: 1
- Matches Won Batting 2nd: 2
- Highest Team Total: 173/2 by West Indies vs India in 2019
- Lowest Team Total: 106/8 by South Africa vs India in 2022
- Average 1st Innings Score: 114
