IND vs BAN Gwalior Pitch Report: The first match of three-match T20 International series between India and Bangladesh will take place on October 6 at Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Ground in Gwalior. IND vs BAN 1st T20I marks Gwalior's hosting of an international match for first time in 14 years.
Following their impressive 2-0 clean sweep against Bangladesh in recent two-match Test series, the Indian team, under captaincy of Suryakumar Yadav, is eager to maintain their winning streak in IND vs BAN T20I series. India's dominant head-to-head record against Bangladesh further boosts their confidence, as they have won 13 out of 14 T20 matches played between the two teams, with Bangladesh managing just one win.
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What can fans anticipate from the pitch at Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Ground? Let's explore whether Gwalior will favor batters or if bowlers will have the upper hand.
Gwalior pitch report for India vs Bangladesh 1st T20I match
As Gwalior prepares to host an international match for first time in years, excitement is building around the pitch at Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium before much-awaited India-Bangladesh clash on October 6. Both fans and players are eager to see how the surface will behave during IND vs BAN 1st T20I.
The Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium features a traditional pitch made of red soil, which is known for its good bounce and pace. This surface is expected to favor batters.
The venue has nine prepared pitches, with main pitch likely to benefit batters. Nevertheless, bowlers can find some support here as well, with opportunities for both spinners and seamers to make an impact.
Gwalior's quick outfield is expected to further aid run-scoring for batters. This is the iconic Captain Roop Singh Stadium, where 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar scripted history by scoring his maiden ODI double century against South Africa in 2010.
The team winning the toss here in Gwalior may prefer to bowl first and chase the target later, as average ODI score at this venue is 268 runs. The pitch tends to favor batters more, providing an advantage when chasing a total.