Wankhede Stadium Overview
With 100 T20 matches played there, Wankhede Stadium is one of the most well-known stadiums in India. It hosted the World Cup Final in 2011 and holds the record for hosting the most number of IPL finals (6). The stadium can accommodate 33,006 people in seats. Red soil, known for its bounce and pace, is used to build the pitch at Wankhede Stadium.
Cricket fans will have to wait until April to see matches at Wankhede Stadium, where the Mumbai Indians will take on the Rajasthan Royals. IPL 2024's first half will include 2 matches at Wankhede Stadium.
Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
The red soil used to create the Wankhede pitch provides bounce, allowing fast bowlers to take wickets with unexpected bouncers. The pitch has always been batting-friendly, as batsmen can play their shots with ease and trust the bounce of the ball. In 111 games, the average first inning score was 169, while the average second-inning score was 159.
In the 111 matches played here, the chasing side has won 61, while the team batting first has only managed to win 49. This suggests that chasing is generally easier on this pitch than batting first. The venue is often considered a batting-friendly track due to its small boundaries, pace, and bounce.
| Total | Team Bat 1st | Team Bat 2nd | Tie | Average First Innings Score | Average Second Innings Score | Highest Score | Lowest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 49 | 61 | 01 | 169 | 159 | Royal Challengers Bangalore 235/1 | Kolkata Knight Riders 67/10 |
Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium Pitch Weather Report
On April 1, 2024, during the Mumbai Indians vs. Rajasthan Royals game, the temperature in Mumbai is expected to range between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. There is a lower likelihood of rain, but if any occurs, it might decrease dew during the 2nd innings, potentially making it more challenging to grip the ball and defend the total.
