IND vs NZ 2nd Test: India’s record at Wankhede Stadium: The iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is all set to host a Test match after a gap of 5 years. The venue has been host to many thrilling encounters in the past and is ready for another exciting clash when India will lock horns with New Zealand in the 2nd and final Test that begins on December 03. Follow InsideSport.in for more updates
IND vs NZ 2nd Test: Mumbai all set to host test match after 5 years – Check India’s record at Wankhede Stadium
With the Kanpur Test ending in a draw, both – India and New Zealand will leave no stone unturned to win the match and seal the series. While it can be a historic moment for New Zealand to win a Test series on Indian soil, India will be aiming to continue the dominance over the Kiwis at home conditions.
The last time India played at the venue was back in 2016 when they registered an innings and 36 runs win over England.
IND vs NZ at Wankhede Stadium:
As far as India vs New Zealand meeting at Wankhede is concerned, both teams have met twice and have registered one win each.
IND vs NZ – 1976 – India won by 162 runs
IND vs NZ – 1988 – India lost by 136 runs
India’s record at Wankhede Stadium:
Matches – 25
Won – 11
Lost – 7
Draw – 7
| Team | Result | Margin | Toss | Bat | Opposition | Ground | Start Date |
| India | lost | 201 runs | lost | 2nd | v West Indies | Mumbai | 23 Jan 1975 |
| India | won | 162 runs | won | 1st | v New Zealand | Mumbai | 10 Nov 1976 |
| India | draw | – | won | 1st | v England | Mumbai | 11 Feb 1977 |
| India | draw | – | lost | 1st | v West Indies | Mumbai | 1 Dec 1978 |
| India | won | inns & 100 runs | won | 1st | v Australia | Mumbai | 3 Nov 1979 |
| India | won | 131 runs | won | 1st | v Pakistan | Mumbai | 16 Dec 1979 |
| India | lost | 10 wickets | won | 1st | v England | Mumbai | 15 Feb 1980 |
| India | won | 138 runs | won | 1st | v England | Mumbai | 27 Nov 1981 |
| India | draw | – | won | 1st | v West Indies | Mumbai | 24 Nov 1983 |
| India | won | 8 wickets | lost | 2nd | v England | Mumbai | 28 Nov 1984 |
| India | draw | – | lost | 2nd | v Australia | Mumbai | 15 Oct 1986 |
| India | draw | – | won | 1st | v West Indies | Mumbai | 11 Dec 1987 |
| India | lost | 136 runs | lost | 2nd | v New Zealand | Mumbai | 24 Nov 1988 |
| India | won | inns & 15 runs | lost | 2nd | v England | Mumbai | 19 Feb 1993 |
| India | won | 96 runs | won | 1st | v West Indies | Mumbai | 18 Nov 1994 |
| India | draw | – | lost | 1st | v Sri Lanka | Mumbai | 3 Dec 1997 |
| India | lost | 4 wickets | won | 1st | v South Africa | Mumbai | 24 Feb 2000 |
| India | lost | 10 wickets | lost | 1st | v Australia | Mumbai | 27 Feb 2001 |
| India | won | inns & 112 runs | won | 1st | v West Indies | Mumbai | 9 Oct 2002 |
| India | won | 13 runs | won | 1st | v Australia | Mumbai | 3 Nov 2004 |
| India | lost | 212 runs | won | 2nd | v England | Mumbai | 18 Mar 2006 |
| India | draw | – | lost | 2nd | v West Indies | Mumbai | 22 Nov 2011 |
| India | lost | 10 wickets | won | 1st | v England | Mumbai | 23 Nov 2012 |
| India | won | inns & 126 runs | won | 2nd | v West Indies | Mumbai | 14 Nov 2013 |
| India | won | inns & 36 runs | lost | 2nd | v England | Mumbai | 8 Dec 2016 |
Highest Score by an Indian at Wankhede Stadium: The highest score by an Indian at Wankhede Stadium is Vinod Kambli’s 224 against England in 1992-93.
Wankhede Stadium Pitch: The pitch has traditionally been a belter i.e., suits batsmen more than the bowlers. However, the red soil ensures that there is some purchase for spinners especially during the last couple of days of a Test match.
25% crowd allowed at Wankhede Stadium: The Maharashtra Government has allowed only 25 per cent capacity of spectators for the second Test between India and New Zealand. However, as per reports, MCA is in talks to push it to a 50% crowd capacity.
IND vs NZ 2nd Test Wankhede Stadium Tickets: With just 25% crowd allowed by the Maharastra Government, all tickets have already been sold. The online ticket sale started yesterday around 4 PM and immediately all seats were booked. Fans can keep a check on Bookmyshow or the Paytm app if the government increases the allowed crowd capacity.
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