Delhi: The last match of the 3-match Test series between India and New Zealand will be played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai from Friday, November 1. The question in everyone’s mind is what the Mumbai pitch will be like. Indian batting has been ordinary so far in this series. The team was seen struggling in Bengaluru and Pune, due to which India had to lose the Test series on its home ground after 12 years. Let us know how Mumbai’s pitch could be in this decisive test.
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How can Wankhede pitch be?
The red clay pitch of Wankhede Stadium is considered good for batting for the first two days. As the match progresses, the pitch may become slower, and the influence of the spinners may increase. After the second day, this pitch can prove helpful for the spinners.
The team winning the toss is likely to bat first to take advantage of the good pitch, as the chances of the pitch getting worse will increase as the game progresses. A total of 28 Tests have been played so far at Wankhede Stadium, out of which the team batting first has won 11 and the bowling team has won 9.
The last Test match was played here in 2021, in which India defeated New Zealand by 372 runs. In that match, New Zealand’s star spinner Ajaz Patel had created history by taking all 10 wickets in an innings.
FAQ
How is the pitch of Wankhede, Mumbai?
The red clay pitch of Wankhede Stadium is considered good for batting for the first two days. As the match progresses, the pitch may become slower, and the influence of the spinners may increase.
How many matches have been played at Wankhede?
A total of 28 Tests have been played so far at Wankhede Stadium, out of which the team batting first has won 11 and the bowling team has won 9.
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