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

South Africa will face Bangladesh next in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday at 2:00 PM IST.

The Proteas have been on fire so far in the competition as they sit 3rd in the points table with three wins and a single loss after four matches. South Africa registered a record victory of 229 runs against England in their last match.

On the other hand, Bangladesh are 6th in the points table with a single win and three losses in their respective four matches. They lost their last match to India by 7 wickets and will be looking to bounce back to winning ways.

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 South Africa vs Bangladesh.

Wankhede Stadium Stadium Pitch Report

It is a batting paradise and the batters are likely to have a party here. The surface is flat with an even pace and bounce. Furthermore, the boundaries are short and the outfield is lightning-quick. However, the pacers are likely to get some swing with the new ball during the second innings.

Last Three Results at the Venue

South Africa (399/7 in 50 overs) defeated England (170/10 in 22 overs) by 229 runs – 21 October 2023
Australia (188/10 in 35.4 overs) lost to India (191/5 in 39.5 overs) by 5 wickets – 17 March 2023
India (255/10 in 49.1 overs) lost to Australia (258/0 in 37.4 overs) by 10 wickets – 14 January 2022

South Africa ODI record in Wankhede Stadium

South Africa have played 5 ODI matches at this venue. They have won 2 and lost 3 ODIs here.

South Africa’s Highest Total at the venue: 438/4 in 50 overs vs India in 2015
South Africa’s Lowest Total at the venue: 185/10 in 47.2 overs vs India in 1996

Bangladesh ODI record in Wankhede Stadium

Bangladesh have played only one ODI match at this venue and they lost that game.

Bangladesh’s Highest Total at the venue: N/A
Bangladesh’s Lowest Total at the venue: 115/10 in 36.3 overs vs India in 1998

South Africa vs Bangladesh ODI Head to Head

Matches: 24
South Africa Won: 18
Bangladesh Won: 06
No Result: 0
Tied: 0
Highest Total For South Africa: 369/6 in 50 overs in 2017
Lowest Total For South Africa: 154/10 in 37 overs in 2022
Highest Total For Bangladesh: 330/6 in 50 overs in 2019
Lowest Total For Bangladesh: 78/10 in 28 overs in 2011

Wankhede Stadium Ground Info

Seating Capacity: 33000
Number of matches hosted: 26 Tests, 24 ODIs, and 8 T20Is

Wankhede Stadium ODI Stats and Records

Total Matches Played: 24
Home Team (India) Won: 11
Visiting Team Won: 9
Neutral Side Won: 4
No Result: 0
Match Tied: 0

Average 1st Innings Score: 251
Matches Won Batting 1st: 12
Matches Won Batting 2nd: 12
Highest Team Total: 438/4 by South Africa vs India in 2015
Lowest Team Total: 115/10 by Bangladesh vs India in 1998
Highest Run Chase: 284/4 by New Zealand vs India in 2017

Highest Individual Score: 151* by Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) vs India in 1997
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: AB de Villiers (South Africa) – 11 Sixes