India will be hosting the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 and Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad is an important venue, check out the pitch report, weather and ODI records
The recent warm-up matches did not go as planned considering the recent weather conditions throughout the host country which could allow players to adapt with every passing match of the tournament.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium Hyderabad pitch report, weather, stats, ODI records and schedule of Cricket World Cup 2023
The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has earned a reputation for being a fair playground for both batsmen and bowlers.
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During the first innings, the batsmen find the ball coming onto the bat nicely, allowing for fluent stroke-making. However, as the game progresses and the floodlights take over, seam movement becomes a factor, posing challenges for the batsmen.
One key observation is that the toss winner generally opts to bat first. This choice underscores the difficulty of chasing targets at this venue. The pitch tends to offer more assistance to bowlers under the lights, making it a wise decision to set a target and defend it.
On the day of the tournament opener at this venue, the Deccan plateau will experience partly cloudy conditions. While there is a slight chance of rain during the evening, it is unlikely to disrupt the game. The temperature is forecasted to range from 28 to 30 degrees Celsius.
The gentle breeze blowing at 11 kilometers per hour, coupled with humidity levels of approximately 75%, could add an interesting dimension to the matches.
The players will need to adapt to these weather conditions, particularly in the evening when the ball is expected to swing more.
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium has already witnessed several memorable ODI encounters, and here are the statistics:
Total ODI Matches Played: 7
Matches Won by the Team Batting First: 4
Matches Won by the Team Batting Second: 3
Highest Team Score While Batting First: Australia – 350/4 (50 overs) vs. India
Lowest Team Score While Batting First: England – 174/10 (50 overs) vs. India
Biggest Total Chased: South Africa – 252/5 (48.5 overs) vs. India
Lowest Score Defended: Australia defended 290 vs. India
The average first innings score at this venue is 288, emphasizing its batting-friendly nature. However, the second innings average score is marginally lower at 262, highlighting the challenges faced by chasing teams.
Shubman Gill’s memorable 208 off 149 balls against New Zealand in 2023 is the highest individual score at the stadium. Yuvraj Singh holds the record for the most hundreds, with 2 centuries, and Suresh Raina and MS Dhoni share the title for the most fifties, with 2 each.
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The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad is slated to host three matches during the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. The action kicks off on October 6, with Pakistan facing off against the Netherlands. New Zealand and the Netherlands will take the field on October 9, followed by Pakistan and Sri Lanka on October 10.