Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report, IPL Matches and Weather Forecast for IPL 2023

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Wankhede Stadium is a prominent cricket stadium in Mumbai, India. This Stadium was Built-in 1974 and it has a seating capacity of around 33,000 spectators and is known for its vibrant atmosphere during matches.

The stadium has hosted several domestic and international cricket matches like the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup final, that Indian has won. The stadium also witnessed Sachin Tendulkar’s emotional farewell speech after his final Test match.

Wankhede Stadium is located in the southern part of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is situated near the iconic Marine Drive and the Arabian Sea, which give a beautiful view of the sea. It is a popular venue for domestic and international cricket matches.

This Stadium is also the Home ground of Mumbai Indians in the IPL, and this year it will host several IPL Matches. The first match will be played on April 8 between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.

Wankhede Stadium Preview:

Stadium NameWankhede Cricket Stadium
LocationMumbai Maharashtra
Managed byMumbai Cricket Association
Seating Capacity33,000
Pavillion EndsGarware Pavilion End and Tata End
Boundaries dimensionSideways(70m),front/back(70m)
Home Ground ofMumbai Indians, Mumbai Cricket Team

Wankhede Stadium IPL Matches 2023:

MatchDateTimeStreaming Detail
Mumbai Indians v/s Chennai super KingsApril 8, Sat7:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Kolkata Knight RidersApril 16, Sun3:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Punjab KingsApril 22, Sat7:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Rajasthan RoyalsApril 30, Sun7:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Royal Challengers BangaloreMay 9, Tue7:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Gujarat TitansMay 12, Fri7:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network
Mumbai Indians v/s Sunrisers HyderabadMay 21, Sun3:30 PMJio Cinema , Star Sport Network

Some Interesting Facts about Wankhede Stadium:

Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
India won the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011

1.Highest partnership at the wankhede stadium is by Ravi Shastri and Dilip Vengsarkar of 298 runs for India against Australia in Test Match.

        2. Team India won the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 Final at this ground against Sri Lanka.

        3. Sachin Tendulkar played his last and 200th test match against West Indies.

        4. Ab de Villiers played his career best T20 inning of 133* runs against Mumbai Indians.

        Wankhede Stadium IPL Records:

        Matches Played      102
        Batting 1st won48
        Batting 2nd won54
        Average 1st inning score167.92
        Average 2nd inning score174
        Highest Total235/1 by RCB
        Lowest Total67 by KKR
        Highest Individual133* AB de Villiers
        Most Runs1840 by Rohit Sharma
        Most Wickets68 by SL Malinga

        Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report:

        The pitch at Wankhede Cricket Stadium is known to be a batting-friendly and ball comes nicely on the bat. The pitch is generally flat and hard, which makes it easier for the batters to score runs.

        At This Ground, high-scoring matches are common whereas bowlers who can use their variations and change of pace could be effective here.

        Overall, the pitch at Wankhede Stadium provides an exciting and entertaining experience for Both players and fans.

        Initial Ball Movement(1st Inning)Less chance
        Initial Spin movement(1st Inning)Medium chance of Turn on Pitch
        Middle OverSlow down of Pitch
        2nd Inning pitch BehaviourSlight advantage for medium pacer
        Due factorLow
        Pitch NatureDry Pitch

        Wankhede Stadium Weather Condition:

        The weather report for Mumbai on April 8, 2023, indicates a hot temperature of 34 degrees Celsius and the strong wind speeds of 18 km/h.

        Humidity is moderate at 47%. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is reported to be 82, which means air quality is good. The sky is partly cloudy and might be some sunshine, but overall it will be partly Cloudy.

        Temperature34 Degree Celsius
        Humidity47%
        Wind Speed18
        PrecipitationNo

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