India will be hosting the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 and Arun Jaitley Stadium in the capital city of Delhi is an important venue, check out the pitch report, weather, and ODI records
The Arun Jaitley Stadium, also known as Feroz Shah Kotla, is all set to play a significant role in hosting matches for the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. With a rich history and a reputation for producing exciting cricket, this iconic venue in Delhi
Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch report, weather, ODI records, stats and matches for Cricket World Cup 2023
The Arun Jaitley Stadium has evolved over the years, and its pitch has undergone changes, offering a more balanced and competitive playing field.
The lighting work at Arun Jaitley Stadium…!!!
This is fantastic from DDCA. pic.twitter.com/mK381CzN3M
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 30, 2023
Previously known for producing slow pitches, the square underwent renovations, resulting in an increase in pace. This transformation has led to high-scoring encounters, adding excitement to matches held here.
Journalist Ankit Datta, the chief curator with experience in managing pitches for the T20 World Cup and IPL seasons, has supervised the preparation of nine pitches, ensuring they are in top condition for the World Cup.
The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is known for favoring batsmen, with its dry nature and short boundaries making it easier for players to clear the boundary ropes.
For the South Africa vs. Sri Lanka match scheduled for October 7, 2023, the weather forecast indicates a temperature of 22 degrees Celsius, negligible wind, 60% humidity, and 2.8 km visibility in Delhi. The air quality index (AQI) is projected to stand at 120, indicating moderate air pollution levels, with possible haze that may affect visibility.
Let’s delve deeper into the stadium’s ODI statistics and records, showcasing its rich cricketing heritage:
Matches: 26
Home Side (India) Won: 13
Visiting Team Won: 7
Neutral Team Won: 5
No Result: 1
Won Batting First: 12
Won Chasing: 13
Highest Total: 330/8 by West Indies vs Netherlands in 2011
Lowest Total: 99 All Out by South Africa vs India in 2022
Highest Successful Chase: 281/4 in 47.2 overs by India vs Sri Lanka in 1982
Lowest Total Defended: 167 All Out by India vs Pakistan in 2013
Largest Margin Win: 215 runs by West Indies vs Netherlands in 2011
Smallest Margin Win: 2 runs by England vs India in 2002
Average 1st Innings Score: 230
Highest Individual Score: Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 145 off 158 balls vs Zimbabwe in 1998
Most Runs (All Time): Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 300 runs in 8 innings
Most Runs (Current): Virat Kohli (India) – 222 runs in 6 innings
Total ODI Centuries in Delhi: 8 Hundreds
Most Hundreds: Sachin Tendulkar (India), Ricky Ponting (Australia), Kane Williamson (New Zealand), AB de Villiers (South Africa), Usman Khawaja (Australia), Nick Knight (England), Roy Dias (Sri Lanka) & Virat Kohli (India) – 1 Hundred Each Total
ODI Half Centuries in Delhi: 60 Fifties
Most Fifties: Mohammed Azharuddin (India), Dilip Vengsarkar (India) & Rama Lamba (India) – 3 Fifties Each
Total ODI Sixes in Delhi: 135
Most Sixes: Kieron Pollard (West Indies) – 7 Sixes
Total ODI Fours in Delhi: 890
Most Fours: Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 34 Fours
Highest Partnership: Mark Waugh & Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 219 vs Zimbabwe in 1998
Best Bowling Figures: Kemar Roach (West Indies) – 6 for 27 in 8.3 overs vs Netherlands in 2011
Most Wickets: Ravindra Jadeja (India) – 9 Wickets
Most Catches (Fielder): Virat Kohli (India) – 5 Catches
Most Dismissals (Wicketkeeper): MS Dhoni (India) – 14 Dismissals
Most Catches (Wicketkeeper): MS Dhoni (India) – 11
Catches Most Stumping (Wicketkeeper): MS Dhoni (India) – 3 Stumpings
This stadium will host a total of five matches during the ICC ODI World Cup 2023:
South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7
India vs. Afghanistan on October 11
England vs. Afghanistan on October 15
Australia vs. Netherlands on October 25
Bangladesh vs. Sri Lanka on November 6
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— Baljeet Singh (@ImTheBaljeet) September 29, 2023
With its revamped infrastructure, improved facilities, and a pitch that favors both batsmen and bowlers, the Arun Jaitley Stadium is ready to provide a fantastic backdrop for the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.