England will be desperate to win the next game to keep their hopes alive in the five-match ODI series against Australia, where they currently trail 0-2. The 3rd ODI is a do-or-die match for them to avoid losing a home series and protect their reputation. The match will be held at Riverside Ground. Can the English players clinch a win at this venue? What do the records suggest, and how will the pitch behave? Let’s discuss.
Riverside Ground pitch report
The pitch at Riverside Ground in Chester-Le-Street generally offers good batting conditions. Pacers may find some assistance early in the innings with the new ball; however, it is primarily a batter-friendly wicket. The even pace and bounce of the surface encourage stroke play. While the average score here is 239, totals have gone as high as 338.
Riverside Ground stats
Since hosting its inaugural match in 1999, Riverside Ground has witnessed 25 ODI matches. Notably, teams batting first have won 10 times, while chasing teams have secured victory in 13 games. The highest team total at this venue was set by Sri Lanka, scoring 338/6 against the West Indies in 2019. On the other hand, England recorded the lowest total here, managing just 99 against Sri Lanka in 2014. The average first-innings score at Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street is 239, and the pitch generally offers favorable conditions for batting.
| Total Matches | 25 |
| Matches won batting first | 10 |
| Matches won batting second | 13 |
| Highest team total | 338/6 (Sri Lanka) |
| Lowest team total | 99 (England) |
| Average score batting first | 239 |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 314/4 (England) |
