India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Pitch Report: Team India is getting ready for the last game of their exciting T20I series with Afghanistan. The match is going to take place at the famous M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Since they’ve already won the first two games, Rohit Sharma and his team are looking to win this last match too. The match is set for Wednesday, January 17.
Recent Performances
India showcased their dominance in the series opener on January 11, securing a convincing 6-wicket victory. The momentum continued as they replicated the feat on January 14 at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. Axar Patel’s stellar bowling (2 for 17 in 4 overs) and Shivam Dube’s unbeaten fifty (63* off 32 balls) were instrumental in India’s success.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Pitch Report
Pitch Report
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium is renowned as a batter’s paradise, courtesy of its flat wickets and smaller square boundaries. However, recent games have witnessed a shift, with India successfully defending a total of 160 against Australia. Notably, slow bowlers played a crucial role for both teams.
In the 9 T20Is hosted at the venue, teams chasing have enjoyed a 5-3 advantage over those batting first. The average first innings score stands at 141, emphasizing the competitive nature of contests at this venue. Dew could be a factor, typical for winter games, though its arrival might be slightly delayed compared to other venues.
Bengaluru Weather Forecast on January 17
Expect an evening with patchy clouds in Bengaluru on matchday. The maximum temperature is forecasted to be 27°C at the start, dropping to 22°C in the closing stages. Fortunately, there’s no threat of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted match. However, dew might be a concern in the later stages.
T20I Stats and Records
M Chinnaswamy Stadium
- Matches: 9
- Matches Won Batting 1st: 3
- Matches Won Batting 2nd: 5
- No Result: 1
India T20I Record in Bengaluru
- Matches: 7
- Won: 3
- Lost: 3
- No Result: 1
Notable Records
- Highest Team Total: 202/6 by India vs England in 2017
- Lowest Team Total: 127 All Out by England vs India in 2017
- Highest Successful Chase: 194/3 by Australia vs India in 2019
- Lowest Total Defended: 146/7 by India vs Bangladesh in 2016
Individual Performances
- Highest Individual Score: Glenn Maxwell (Australia) – 113* off 55 balls vs India in 2019
- Best Bowling Innings: Yuzvendra Chahal (India) – 6 for 25 vs England in 2017
- Total Sixes: 101 Sixes
- Total Fours: 188 Fours
- Total Fifties: 10 Fifties
- Total Hundreds: 1 Hundred
Head to Head Record: India vs Afghanistan
- Matches: 7
- India Won: 6
- Afghanistan Won: 0
- No Result: 1
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Match Details
- Match Date: Wednesday, January 17
- Match Start Time: 7 PM IST
- TV Channels: Sports 18-1 SD & HD, Sports 18-2, Colors Cineplex
- Live Streaming: JioCinema (Free)
In conclusion, the M Chinnaswamy Stadium is ready for an exciting match. India has done well here, with three wins and three losses. Can Afghanistan recover and win this last game, or will India win all the matches? Fans can’t wait to see the big game on January 17.
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