India and England are poised for an exciting red-ball series over the course of the next six weeks, comprising a total of five Test matches. The England cricket team, led by Ben Stokes, have arrived in India after an extensive training camp and have already commenced practice sessions. Simultaneously, Indian Team, led by Rohit Sharma, are also preparing for the upcoming IND vs ENG Test Series. With the first India vs England Test match slated to commence at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on January 25 (Thursday), let's have a look at the Test records at the Hyderabad Stadium:
Here are the Test statistics and records for matches played at Hyderabad Stadium:
Matches Played: 5
Average Score: 405
Matches Won Batting 1st: 2
Matches Won Batting 2nd: 2
Highest Score: 687/6
Lowest Score: 127/10
During an 8-year span from 2010 to 2018, the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium hosted 5 matches, with an average first-inning score of 405. While 405 is considered the average score, both teams batting first and second have secured victories in 2 matches each. Notably, winning the toss has proven advantageous, with teams emerging victorious 66.66% of the time when they win the toss.
Here is the Test record for India and England at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium:
|
Statistic |
India |
England |
|
Played |
5 |
0 |
|
Won |
4 |
0 |
|
Lost |
0 |
0 |
|
Drawn |
1 |
0 |
India have played 5 matches, winning 4 and drawing 1, while England have not played any matches at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
Team India boast an impressive record, having not suffered defeat in a Test series on their home grounds for the past 12 years. However, the last team to hand India a defeat on their home soil was England, emerging victorious with a 2-1 win in the four-match Test series. The eagerly awaited India vs England Test Series is set to be a captivating spectacle for fans, as England aim to challenge India's formidable record in Test matches on their home ground, with their innovative style of play known as ‘Bazball’.