Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report
Mumbai, Maharashtra · Capacity: 33,108 · Home of Mumbai Indians
Pitch Character
175
Avg 1st Innings
162
Avg 2nd Innings
70m
Straight Boundary
Key Stats
175
Avg 1st Innings
162
Avg 2nd Innings
58%
Chase Win %
33,108
Capacity
65-70m
Boundary Size
High
Dew Factor
Wankhede Stadium Average Score
The average first innings T20 score at Wankhede Stadium is 175, while teams batting second average 162. This makes the par score around 175 when batting first. Teams should aim to score above this to put pressure on the opposition.
175
Average 1st Innings Score
162
Average 2nd Innings Score
Wankhede Stadium Boundary Size & Ground Dimensions
The boundary dimensions at Wankhede Stadium are: Straight: 70m, Square: 65m. The relatively short boundaries make this ground a six-hitting paradise, favouring aggressive batters in fantasy cricket.
70m
Straight Boundary
65m
Square Boundary
Highest T20 Score
235/1 (RCB vs PWI, 2013)
Lowest T20 Score
67/10 (KKR vs MI, 2008)
Dream11 Fantasy Tips for Wankhede Stadium
- 1Always back top-order batters — the ball comes on to the bat beautifully here
- 2Pick pace bowlers who can bowl yorkers at the death; lengths get punished
- 3Captain the team batting second if dew is expected — chasers win ~60% at Wankhede
- 4Avoid picking specialist spinners unless they are genuine wicket-takers
Best Records at This Venue
Best Batting Record
Rohit Sharma — 898 runs in 55 IPL matches at this venue
Best Bowling Record
Lasith Malinga — 67 wickets in 53 IPL matches at this venue
About Wankhede Stadium
The Wankhede is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in the world, known for its electric atmosphere and true batting surface. The compact ground and flat pitch make it a nightmare for bowlers, especially in the powerplay. Heavy dew in night matches almost always favours the chasing team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pitch like at Wankhede Stadium?
Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has a batting-friendly pitch. The pace vs spin ratio is 55:45 pace-friendly. The Wankhede is one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in the world, known for its electric atmosphere and true batting surface. The compact ground and flat pitch make it a nightmare for bowlers, especially in the powerplay. Heavy dew in night matches almost always favours the chasing team.
What is the average T20 score at Wankhede Stadium?
The average first innings T20 score at Wankhede Stadium is 175, while the average second innings score is 162. The highest T20 score here is 235/1 (RCB vs PWI, 2013).
Should you bat first or chase at Wankhede Stadium?
The dew factor at Wankhede Stadium is high. Teams chasing generally have an advantage due to heavy dew making bowling difficult in the second innings. If you win the toss, chasing is the smart option at this venue.
What is the boundary size at Wankhede Stadium?
The boundary dimensions at Wankhede Stadium are Straight: 70m, Square: 65m. The shorter boundaries favour power hitters and make this a high-scoring ground.
What is the seating capacity of Wankhede Stadium?
Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has a seating capacity of 33,108 spectators. It was established in 1975 and serves as the home ground of Mumbai Indians in the IPL.