Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata pitch report, weather forecast, T20 records and matches schedule for IPL 2023

Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata pitch report, weather forecast, T20 records and matches schedule for IPL 2023

The Eden Gardens stadium, Kolkata, one of the most historic cricket stadiums in India, will host the home matches of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2023 season, check out the pitch report, weather forecast, and more

The Eden Gardens stadium is the third-largest cricket stadium in the world and easily one of the most recognizable stadiums.

Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata pitch report, weather forecast, T20 records, capacity and matches schedule for IPL 2023

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The Eden Gardens initially opened in 1864, and hosted horse racing. The stadium is named after the nearby Eden Gardens Park and eventually became a cricket stadium in 1917. The first game feature and England vs India match in 1934. In the upcoming IPL 2023, the Eden Gardens will host seven home games of the KKR.

Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata pitch report

The pitch at the Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata is slightly advantageous for batting. Since the arena is small comparatively, it usually features a high-scoring game. Moreover, statistics have shown that captains playing in this stadium have mostly chosen to bowl first after winning the toss. Dew is also a crucial factor in this pitch. Spin bowlers generally receive more assistance with the fall of due, making it harder for batsmen to score runs.

Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata weather forecast

The weather forecast for Kolkata shows that the game days will be hot. Moreover, predicted afternoon temperatures show 33 to 37 degrees Celsius. This will slightly lower as the sun lowers. This season, games at the venue could feature intense afternoon thunderstorms because of frequent Nor’westers.

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Eden Gardens facts

Given below are some facts about the stadium:

Year opened 1864
Total capacity 63000
Ends High Court End, Pavilion End
Location Kolkata, India
Home Bengal, Kolkata Knight Riders

Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata T20 records and stats

Given below are the T20 stats and records for the Eden Gardens Stadium Kolkata:

Records and stats Figures
Total matches 12
Matches won batting first 5
Matches won bowling first 7
Average 1st Inns scores 155
Average 2nd Inns scores 137
Highest total recorded 201/5 (20 Overs) by PAK vs BAN
Lowest total recorded 70/10 (15.4 Overs) by BAN vs NZ
Highest score chased 162/4 (18.5 Overs) by IND vs WI
Lowest score defended 186/5 (20 Overs) by IND vs WI

Eden Garden stadium, Kolkata full list of IPL 2023 matches

Given below are the full list of IPL 2023 matches set to take place at the Eden Garden stadium, Kolkata:

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Date Time Matches
Thu Apr 6 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Royal Challengers Bangalore
Fri Apr 14 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Sunrisers Hyderabad
Sun Apr 23 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Chennai Super Kings
Sat Apr 29 15:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Gujarat Titans
Mon May 8 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Punjab Kings
Thu May 11 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals
Sat May 20 19:30 local Kolkata Knight Riders v Lucknow Super Giants

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