IND vs NZ ICC World Cup 2023: Wankhede Stadium Mumbai Pitch, Venue Stats, Record, Average Score

The iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is all set to host the first semifinal of the ODI World Cup 2023 as India and New Zealand will lock horns on Wednesday at 2:00 PM IST.

India finished at the top of the league table with nine wins in nine matches. The Men in Blue have been truly unstoppable in the competition so far and they will be looking to extend their winning run to book their berth in the final.

On the other hand, after a solid start, New Zealand slipped in the tournament. However, they managed to get into the semifinals after defeating Sri Lanka in the final game. The Kiwis will be eyeing to repeat the 2019 semifinal to stun the hosts.

In this post, we will take a look at the Wankhede Stadium Pitch, Venue Stats, Record, and Average Score ahead of the World Cup clash between India and New Zealand.

Wankhede Stadium Stadium Pitch Report

It is a fantastic batting surface as the wicket offers the true bounce. However, there will be some spin available for the spinners during the day time and there will be some swing and seam movement available for the pacers with the new ball during the second innings. The team winning the toss is expected to bat first.

Is Wankhede Stadium a batting or a bowling pitch?

Last Four Results at the Venue

Afghanistan (291/5 in 50 overs) lost to Australia (293/7 in 46.5 overs) by 3 wickets – 7 November 2023
India (357/8 in 50 overs) defeated Sri Lanka (55/10 in 19.4 overs) by 302 runs – 2 November 2023
South Africa (382/5 in 50 overs) defeated Bangladesh (233/10 in 46.3 overs) by 149 runs – 24 October 2023
South Africa (399/7 in 50 overs) defeated England (170/10 in 22 overs) by 229 runs – 21 October 2023

it is a Batting wicket. There are plenty of runs available in this surface and it is evident from the last four matches at this surface.

India ODI record in Wankhede Stadium

India have played a total of 21 matches at this venue. They have won 12 ODIs and lost 9 so far.

India’s Highest Total at the venue: 357/8 in 50 overs vs Sri Lanka in 2023
India’s Lowest Total at the venue: 165/10 in 48.5 overs vs West Indies in 1989

New Zealand ODI record in Wankhede Stadium

The Kiwis have played 3 ODIs at this venue. They have won two and lost one game so far.

New Zealand’s Highest Total at the venue: 358/6 in 50 overs vs Canda in 2011
New Zealand’s Lowest Total at the venue: 153/10 in 35 overs vs Sri Lanka in 2011

Wankhede Stadium Ground Info

Seating Capacity: 33000
Number of matches hosted: 26 Tests, 27 ODIs, and 8 T20Is

Wankhede Stadium ODI Stats and Records

Total Matches Played: 27
Home Team (India) Won: 12
Visiting Team Won: 9
Neutral Side Won: 6
No Result: 0
Match Tied: 0

Average 1st Innings Score: 261
Matches Won Batting 1st: 14
Matches Won Batting 2nd: 13
Highest Team Total: 438/4 by South Africa vs India in 2015
Lowest Team Total: 55/10 by Sri Lanka vs India in 2023
Highest Run Chase: 293/7 by Australia vs Afghanistan in 2023

Highest Individual Score: 201* by Glenn Maxwell (Australia) vs Afghanistan in 2023
Best Bowling Figures: 6/27 by Murali Kartik (India) vs Australia in 2007
Most Runs: Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 455 runs in 11 matches
Most Wickets: Venkatesh Prasad (India) – 15 wickets in 6 matches
Most Sixes in ODIs at this venue: Heinrich Klassen (South Africa) – 12 Sixes