India are set to take on arch-rivals Pakistan in a blockbuster Asia Cup 2023 Group A encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on Saturday.
Pakistan have already won their opening match against Nepal while India are set to play their first game of the tournament.
Sri Lanka, who won the title last year, are co-hosting the tournament along with last year’s runners-up Pakistan this time.
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How many ODI matches has Pallekele International Cricket Stadium hosted?
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has hosted 34 games in a span of 12 years (2011–2023).
How many spectators can the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium hold?
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has a capacity of 35,000 spectators.
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Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is known for its competitive scores, where the team that fields first usually has an advantage. Out of the 34 matches it has hosted thus far, teams chasing have won on 19 occasions.
The pitch generally favours the quick bowlers early in the innings but as the match progresses the spinners slowly start getting advantage from the surface.
The toss is a crucial factor, as bowling first is the preferred option. The captains will keep this in mind when they toss the coin, hoping to get a head start.
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What is the highest score by a team at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
South Africa posted 363/7 against Sri Lanka in 2018 which remains the highest score in the ground.
The average first innings score at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is 246.
What is the lowest score by a team at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
Zimbabwe were bowled out for 70 in 2022 which remains the lowest score in Kandy.
What is the highest individual score at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
Ibrahim Zadran’s 162 (138) against Sri Lanka in 2022 is the highest score at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs.
What is the best bowling figure at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
Former Australia speedster Mitchell Johnson’s 6/31 against Sri Lanka in 2011 remains the best bowling figure at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs.
Which batsman has the most runs at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
Tillakaratne Dilshan has scored 939 runs in 15 innings which is the most by any batsman at this ground.
Which bowler has the most wickets at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in ODIs?
Sri Lankan bowling legend Lasith Malinga boasts of having the most wickets at this venue. He has 24 wickets to his name in 16 matches.