The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is all set to host the upcoming India vs Bangladesh 1st test this week, and fans can have a look at the pitch report and weather forecast
The upcoming meet will be a two-match Tests series, starting on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Chennai pitch report, weather 19 September, test records and stats for IND vs BAN 1st match
Heading into the match, team India will be looking to continue their World Test Championship 2023/25 winning cycle with a win against Bangladesh.
India vs Bangladesh 1st Test preview
In the upcoming series, team India will be heading into their first red-ball game following their dominating 4-1 series win over England earlier this year in March. Meanwhile, Najmul Hossain Shanto-led Bangladesh will also be looking for nothing short of a win following their recent 2-0 away series win over Pakistan.
The upcoming series between the two nations will also serve crucial in the WTC 2025 final race. India is currently in lead in the points standings with a win percentage of 68.52. Meanwhile, Bangladesh is currently in fourth place, with a win percentage of 48.53. India have remained unbeaten in their last 12 Test meetings with Bangladesh, winning 10 and drawing 2.
MA Chidambaram Stadium pitch report
The pitches at the stadium are made of black soil and generally favour spinners. However, according to reports, the organizers could use a red soil wicket for the upcoming 1st Test. Notably, Bangladesh are more used to playing on slower black soil pitches at home, and this could hamper their performances. The last Test match hosted at the venue, featured India winning against England by 317 runs.
MA Chidambaram Stadium weather forecast
According to weather forecast reports, the stadium will face partly cloudy weather with a chance of rain in the afternoon. Fans can expect the temperatures to peak at around 36°C, with a 45% chance of precipitation.
Thursday 19 Sep. Night: heavy rain showers. Morning: partly cloudy. Afternoon: light rain showers. Evening: light rain showers. Maximum minimum temperature: 34
MA Chidambaram Stadium Test stats and record
Given below are the Test stats and record at the stadium:
| Stats | Records |
| Matches | 34 |
| India Won | 15 |
| Visiting Team Won | 7 |
| Match Drawn | 11 |
| Match Tied | 1 |
| Matches Won Batting 1st | 12 |
| Matches Won Batting 2nd | 10 |
| Highest Team Total | 759/7 by India vs England in 2016 |
| Lowest Team Total | 83 All Out by India vs England in 1977 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 347 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 337 |
| Average 3rd Innings Score | 243 |
| Average 4th Innings Score | 154 |
| Highest Individual Score | Virender Sehwag (India) – 315 vs South Africa in 2008 |
| Best Bowling Innings | Vinoo Mankad (India) – 8 for 55 vs England in 1952 |
| Best Bowling Match | Narendra Hirwani (India) – 16 for 136 vs West Indies in 1988 |
India vs Bangladesh 1st Test date and timing
The 1st match of the upcoming series will take place on Thursday, September 19, starting at 9:30 AM.
India vs Bangladesh 1st Test how to watch live
Fans in India can watch the live TV broadcast of the upcoming series on the following TV Channels: Sports 18-1 SD, Sports 18-1 HD, and Sports 18-2 (Hindi). Meanwhile, fans can watch the live streaming of the matches on the JioCinema app or website.