IND vs ENG: Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium Pitch Report and Records for India vs England 4th T20I in Pune
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India and England will face off in the fourth match of the five-match T20I series at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. The series stands at 2-1, with India leading, but England making a strong comeback in the third game. While the Men in Blue will look to wrap up the series, Jos Buttler’s men will look to bring the series to level 2-2.
Pitch Report
The pitch at MCA Stadium in Pune is generally good for batting. The ball comes onto the bat nicely, making stroke play easier. Pacers might get some movement early on, but as the match progresses, batting becomes comfortable.
Spinners may get some help in the middle overs, making shot selection important for batters. If there is grass on the pitch, it will stay good for batting throughout the game. But if the surface is dry, spinners will play a big role in the second innings.
Toss Strategy
The Pune stadium has hosted four T20Is so far. Teams batting first and chasing have won two matches each, showing that the toss might not have a big impact. However, teams may prefer to bat first if the pitch looks dry, as spinners can get more assistance in the second innings.
On the other hand, if there is grass, captains might choose to bowl first, expecting the surface to remain good for batting.
T20I Stats at MCA Stadium, Pune
- Total Matches: 4
- Matches won batting first: 2
- Matches won bowling first: 2
- Average 1st innings score: 166
- Average 2nd innings score: 144
- Highest total recorded: 206/6 (SL vs IND)
- Lowest total recorded: 101/10 (IND vs SL)
- Highest score chased: 158/5 (IND vs ENG)
- Lowest score defended: 206/6 (SL vs IND)
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