Pitch report · Bengaluru, India
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Short boundaries, batters' paradise.
Chinnaswamy is widely regarded as the most batter-friendly venue in the IPL. True bounce, fast outfield and notoriously short boundaries mean any score under 180 is rarely defendable in T20s. Spinners can find grip late in the innings but they pay a heavy price for any width. The altitude also gives the ball extra carry.
Avg 1st innings (T20)
185
Chase win-rate (T20)
55%
Dew factor
moderate
Spin vs pace
Pace bowlers who hit the deck hard and bowl into the surface have done well. Wrist-spin can be a wicket-taking option through the middle overs.
Tactical verdict
Bat first if you have power hitters at the death. Anything 190+ becomes a strong target.