South Africa Set to Face Bangladesh in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Clash at Wankhede Stadium
South Africa is gearing up to take on Bangladesh in the 23rd game of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This will be the second match of the ODI World Cup 2023 to be hosted at the renowned venue.
South Africa enters this match on the back of a comprehensive win over England, while Bangladesh suffered a loss to India in their previous match.
Currently, South Africa sits third on the points table with three wins in four games. The team has been one of the most exciting sides to watch in the tournament, apart from their defeat against Netherlands.
On the other hand, Bangladesh has won just one game out of their first four matches and currently occupies the sixth position on the points table.
Ahead of the clash between England and South Africa, let’s take a look at the ODI records at the Wankhede Stadium.
Wankhede Stadium has hosted a total of 24 ODI matches. Additionally, the venue has also witnessed 26 Test matches and eight T20Is. Out of the ODI matches played, 11 have been won the team batting first, while 12 have been won the team batting second.
With a seating capacity of approximately 32,000 spectators, the Wankhede Stadium has consistently been sold out for matches involving the Indian Cricket Team or during the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches.
Known for its high-scoring encounters, the Wankhede pitch is considered a batting paradise with small boundaries. However, spinners can find some assistance, although the size of the boundaries might be challenging for slower bowlers.
The upcoming match between England and South Africa is expected to be a high-scoring affair, featuring aggressive batters from both teams. The Wankhede pitch will favor players like Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, Jos Buttler, and many others.
The average first innings score in men’s ODIs at the Wankhede Stadium is 245.
South Africa holds the record for the highest score at the Wankhede Stadium, scoring 438/4 against hosts India in 2015. During that match, Quinton de Kock (109), Faf Du Plessis (133), and AB De Villiers (119) all scored centuries.
On the other hand, the lowest score at the Wankhede Stadium is 115, scored Bangladesh against India in May 1998. The record still stands after 25 years, with Aminul Islam (18) and Khaled Mashud (15*) being the only batters to reach double digits for Bangladesh.
In terms of individual records, Sanath Jayasuriya holds the highest individual score at Wankhede Stadium in ODIs. He scored an unbeaten 151 off 120 balls against India in 1997.
Murali Karthik holds the best bowling figures at the Wankhede Stadium in ODIs, recording figures of 6/27 in 10 overs against Australia in October 2007.
Sachin Tendulkar has the most runs at the Wankhede Stadium in ODIs, scoring 455 runs in 11 innings with an average of 41.36.
Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad holds the record for the most wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in ODIs. He picked up 15 wickets in six matches, with best figures of 4/27 against South Africa in 1996.
According to Dafabet odds, England is the favorite over South Africa in the upcoming match.
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