IND vs SA ICC ODI World Cup 2023: Eden Gardens Kolkata Pitch, Venue Stats, Record, Average Score

The iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata is all set to host the blockbuster clash between India and South Africa in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup 2023 on Sunday.

India are the only unbeaten side in the competition and they deservingly have qualified for the semifinals with seven wins in seven matches. They will be looking to secure the top spot in the standings with a win over the Proteas.

South Africa, on the other hand, have played an exciting brand of cricket in the World Cup. They have also qualified for the semifinals but need a win to officially confirm their place. They will be eager to stun the hosts to jump to the top of the points table.

In this post, we will take a look at the Eden Gardens Pitch, Venue Stats, Record, and Average Score ahead of the World Cup clash between India vs South Africa.

Eden Gardens Pitch Report

It is a good sporting surface perfect for an ODI game. The surface is hard and flat and plenty of runs are available for the batters. However, the spinners will get some help during the daytime. Meanwhile, the pacers will get some swing with the new ball under the lights. The batting is also expected to get easier during the second innings because of the dew factor.

Is Eden Gardens Kolkata batting or bowling pitch?

Last Three Results at the Venue:

Bangladesh (204/10 in 45.1 overs) lost to Pakistan (205/3 in 32.3 overs) by 7 wickets – 31 October 2023
Netherlands (229/10 in 50 overs) defeated Bangladesh (142/10 in 42.2 overs) by 87 runs – 28 October 2023
Sri Lanka (215/10 in 39.4 overs) lost to India (219/6 in 43.2 overs) by 4 wickets – 12 January 2023

It is a Sporting wicket with more help available to the batters. The batting is expected to get easier under the lights courtesy of the dew.

India ODI record in Eden Gardens

India have played a total of 22 ODIs at this venue. They have won 13 and lost 8 matches. Meanwhile, one match ended without any result.

India’s Highest Total at the venue: 306/10 in 50 overs vs Ireland in 2011
India’s Lowest Total at the venue: N/A

South Africa ODI record in Eden Gardens

South Africa have played 4 ODI matches at this venue. They have won two and lost two games.

South Africa’s Highest Total at the venue: 272/7 in 50 overs vs Ireland in 2011
South Africa’s Lowest Total at the venue: 193/10 in 50 overs vs India in 1993

Eden Gardens Ground Info

Seating Capacity: 66000
Number of matches hosted: 42 Tests, 33 ODIs, and 11 T20Is.

Eden Gardens ODI Stats and Records

Total Matches Played: 33
Home Team (India) Won: 13
Visiting Team Won: 8
Neutral Side Won: 11
No Result: 1
Match Tied: 0

Average 1st Innings Score: 234
Matches Won Batting 1st: 19
Matches Won Batting 2nd: 13
Highest Team Total: 404/5 by India vs Sri Lanka in 2014
Lowest Team Total: 123/10 by West Indies vs India in 1993
Highest Run Chase: 317/3 by India vs Sri Lanka in 2009

Highest Individual Score: 264 by Rohit Sharma (India) vs Sri Lanka in 2014
Best Bowling Figures: 6/12 by Anil Kumble (India) vs West Indies in 1993
Most Runs: Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 3496 runs in 13 matches
Most Wickets: Anil Kumble (India) – 14 wickets in 6 matches
Most Sixes in ODIs at this venue: Rohit Sharma (India) – 10 Sixes