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Cricket World Cup 2023: Wankhede Pitch Analysis for IND vs SL Showdown

  • Posted on November 1, 2023
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  • By Arijit Dutta
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In the highly anticipated 33rd match of the ICC World Cup 2023, India is set to take on Sri Lanka at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium on October 2. This game has garnered significant attention due to India's unbeaten run in the tournament and their previous World Cup triumph at the same venue in 2011.

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In the highly anticipated 33rd match of the ICC World Cup 2023, India is set to take on Sri Lanka at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium on October 2. This game has garnered significant attention due to India's unbeaten run in the tournament and their previous World Cup triumph at the same venue in 2011.

Despite a mixed performance in their first six games, Sri Lanka is still in contention for a semifinal spot. They are looking to bounce back after a surprising loss to Afghanistan and a history of defeats against India, including a 10-wicket drubbing in the Asia Cup final.

On the contrary, India is riding high on a resounding victory over England in their last match. The Rohit Sharma-led side currently tops the points table with six consecutive wins, positioning them well for a semifinal berth with two more points.

Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is known for its batsman-friendly pitches and short boundaries, setting the stage for high-scoring encounters. Recent matches at this venue have witnessed scores of 399 and 382 when teams batted first. However, bowlers have found assistance with the new ball during the second innings, making the toss crucial for the upcoming clash between India and Sri Lanka.

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A look at the stadium's ODI records reveals that teams have had an almost equal number of wins, whether batting first or bowling first. The average first innings score is 243, while the average second innings score is 201. The highest total achieved at Wankhede is an impressive 438/4 by South Africa against India, and the highest successful chase stands at 284/4 by New Zealand against India.

With this crucial match on the horizon, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the battle between India's strong squad, featuring players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah, and Sri Lanka's lineup, which includes the likes of Kusal Perera and Angelo Mathews. It's a showdown that promises to be a spectacle of world-class cricket at one of India's most iconic stadiums.

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