Dubai International Stadium is going to host some big Asia Cup 2025 matches. It’s a fair ground for both batting and bowling, especially under the lights. So, teams will have to figure it out quickly.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium T20I Stats and Records
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 110 |
| Matches won batting first | 51 |
| Matches won bowling first | 58 |
| Average 1st Innings scores | 139 |
| Average 2nd Innings scores | 123 |
| Highest total recorded | 212/2 (20 Ov) by IND vs AFG |
| Lowest total recorded | 55/10 (14.2 Ov) by WI vs ENG |
| Highest score chased | 184/8 (19.2 Ov) by SL vs BAN |
| Lowest score defended | 98/5 (20 Ov) by NAMW vs UAEW |
Pitch Report
The Dubai pitch is balanced. In the first part of the game, especially when it’s still light out, the ball bounces well, which is good for batsmen. But later, when the sun goes down and the lights come on, the pitch gets slower. That’s when spinners start to do well. You have to be smart about your game plan and have a well rounded team because of these changes.
| Game Time | How the Pitch Plays |
|---|---|
| Early Time | Fast bowlers get bounce, not much swing |
| Mid Time | Spinners become important, with grip and turn |
| Under Lights | Ball slows, good for slower bowlers |
Batting or Bowling Pitch?
In Test matches and ODIs, it’s usually better to bat first because of the consistent bounce early on. But for T20s, it’s often easier to chase a score because of the dew and how well you can see the ball under the lights. Plus, the outfield is super fast, so good shots get rewarded.
| Game Type | Best Move | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Bat First | The pitch gets worse over the days |
| ODI | Bat First | Hard to chase in the second innings |
| T20 | Bowl First | Dew makes chasing easier |
Scores in Dubai
The scores here are usually okay, not too high. In ODIs, teams score about 220 when batting first, and in T20s, it’s usually around 130. Big scores are possible, but you need really good batting.
| Game Type | Average 1st Innings | Highest Score | Lowest Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 336 | 579/3 (PAK vs WI) | 90 all out (NZ vs PAK) |
| ODI | 220 | 355/5 (ENG vs PAK) | 91 all out (NAM vs UAE) |
| T20I | 139 | 212/2 (IND vs AFG) | 55 all out (WI vs ENG) |
Chasing Scores: The Numbers
Although it’s better to bat first in ODIs, T20s in Dubai tend to favor the chasing team. The dew, better sight and the ball coming onto the bat nicely under the lights makes it easier to chase.
| Game Type | Win % When Chasing | Highest Chase That Worked |
|---|---|---|
| ODI | 38% | 287/8 (SL vs PAK) |
| T20I | 53% | 184/8 (SL vs BAN) |
Weather forecast
The weather will be hot and dry during the Asia Cup, around 39°C. It never rains, but strong winds (up to 23 km/h) can help fast bowlers get the ball swinging at the start.
| Thing | Value |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 39°C |
| Humidity | 39% |
| Wind Speed | 23 km/h |
| Chance of Rain | 0% |
