IND vs ENG: Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report and Records for India vs England 5th T20I in Mumbai

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India has already won the five-match T20I series against England by winning three of the games. With a 3-1 lead, the last match at the famous Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is now a dead rubber. This match offers a chance for both teams to showcase their skills without the pressure of the series result.

India’s Performance So Far

India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has had a tough time with the bat in this series, failing to perform like he usually does. However, with no pressure on the team, this match will be a good opportunity for Yadav to get back to his best form. On the other hand, India’s bowling department has been performing well, with players like Varun Chakraborty and Ravi Bishnoi impressing with their spin bowling. Arshdeep Singh and debutant Harshit Rana have also done well.

England’s Performance So Far

For England, the series has been challenging. They have not been able to play well as a team. On days when the batting has been strong, the bowling has failed, and vice versa. This match will give them a chance to end the series on a high note and save some pride.

Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report

The Wankhede Stadium pitch in Mumbai is known for being very good for batting, especially in T20 cricket. It has been used many times in the IPL, showing how batting-friendly it can be. The match will take place in the evening, which means there will be a lot of dew on the ground. This makes winning the toss important, as the team that bowls first can take advantage of the conditions in the second half of the game.

Wankhede Stadium Pitch Stats

• Total Matches: 12
• Matches Won Batting First: 5
• Matches Won Bowling First: 7
• Average 1st Innings Score: 172
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 161
• Highest Total Recorded: 240/3 (IND vs WI)
• Lowest Total Recorded: 80/10 (INDW vs ENGW)
• Highest Score Chased: 230/8 (ENG vs RSA)
• Lowest Score Defended: 143/6 (WIW vs NZW)

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