M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report: Having secured an insurmountable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20I series, India is set to face Australia in the fifth and final fixture on Sunday, December 3, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, the Men In Blue will aim to conclude the series on a high note before heading to South Africa for their upcoming assignment.
Ahead of the India vs Australia 5th T20I showdown, take a look at the pitch report for the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report: IND vs AUS 5th T20I
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium pitch is conducive to outstanding batting performances, providing optimal conditions for the batters.
While there is some assistance for both fast bowlers and spinners, the challenge arises from the short boundaries. Consequently, a high-scoring IND vs AUS match is on the cards, and winning the toss might prompt captains to choose to chase.
The flat nature of the pitch and the short boundaries make chasing a strategically advantageous decision. In the eight T20Is held at this venue, teams opting to chase have enjoyed a 5-2 advantage over those setting a target, with the average first-innings score being 139.
Additionally, dew may play a role, especially considering the winter setting, although it might arrive slightly later compared to other locations.
The average first inning total at this venue is around 139.
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M Chinnaswamy Stadium: Stats & Records
Matches: 8
Average 1st Innings Score: 139
Matches Won Batting 1st: 2
Matches Won Batting 2nd: 5
No Result: 1
Highest Team Total: 202/6 by India vs England in 2017
Lowest Team Total: 127 All Out by England vs India in 2017
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