Now, an exciting Ranji Trophy final coming as Kerala, making their first-ever appearance in the summit clash, faces two-time champions Vidarbha at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha, starting Wednesday.
Kerala’s journey has been fascinating, securing their final spot by edging past Gujarat with a narrow two-run first-innings lead. Meanwhile, Vidarbha showcased their dominance, reaching their fourth Ranji Trophy final after winning the title in 2017-18 and 2018-19, and will be eager to add another championship to their tally.
But how will the pitch behave? Take a look at the VCA Stadium pitch report ahead of the Vidarbha vs Kerala Ranji Trophy final.
VCA Stadium pitch report
The Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium surface offers an even contest between bat and ball but comes with some twists. The first two days typically favour batters, with consistent bounce allowing them to play their shots. However, the surface changes as the match progresses.
Spinners become a major factor as the match progresses. On Days 4 and 5, cracks widen, bringing spinners further into the game while causing variable bounce and sharp turn, making batting increasingly difficult. Spinners can capitalise on the rough patches, while pacers also come into play.
VCA Stadium pitch report and stats
| Criterion | Data |
| Matches Played | 12 |
| Matches Won Batting 1st | 9 |
| Matches Won Bowling 1st | 3 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 258 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 290 |
| Average 3rd Innings Score | 259 |
| Average 4th Innings Score | 170 |
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