MA Chidambaram Stadium, also known as Chepauk is one of the iconic grounds in India. The venue hosted its first Test match between India and England in 1933. There was a time when the pitch was known as one of the bounciest for the pacers. However, since the last 20-25 years, the wicket has helped spinners. In this article, we will provide an in-depth understanding of the pitch.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
Pitch Characteristics
- Bounce & Pace: This is the best time to play at the Chepauk as the wicket is expected to be good for batting and wrist spinners will get some assistance. Bounce & pace is even at this wicket.
- Weather Impact: The weather is expected to be warm as Chennai is the Southern Part of India, which doesn’t experience chilly weather at all.
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Ideal Strategy
First Session: Teams winning the toss often prefer to bowl first as this is a night game. Batting in the second innings will become easier although the role of dew cannot be ruled out due to high humidity.
T20I records at the MA Chidambaram
India and England have never played a T20I against each other. The Men In Blue has won one game and lost as many.
| Team | Mat | Won | Lost | Draw | Tied | Tie+L | NR |
| India | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| New Zealand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
| West Indies | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
India is going as favorites to win the second T20I against England. However, the shortest format of the game is a format of uncertainties.
