M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru Pitch Report For SMAT 2024 Semifinals

Debashis Sarangi

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru [Source: @IWTKQuiz/X]M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru [Source: @IWTKQuiz/X]

On Friday, the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) will witness two riveting semifinal clashes. Mumbai and Baroda will face each other in the first game, with Madhya Pradesh taking on Delhi in the subsequent affair. Both of these fixtures will be played at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. 

Mumbai and Baroda have showcased prolific form in the SMAT 2024, outclassing their opponents across departments. While Mumbai scripted history by chasing a record total of 222 runs, Baroda crushed Bengal by 41 runs in the quarterfinal to enter the semis. 

On the other hand, Madhya Pradesh swatted aside Saurashtra by six wickets to book their berth in the semifinals. Bowling first, MP restricted Saurashtra to 173 runs before chasing the target in 19.2 overs. So, given that they are in sublime form, Rajat Patidar and co. are expected to give their opponents a run for their money in this game. 

As these teams gear up for two cracking battles, let's see how the surface at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will behave throughout the contest. 

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru T20 Records And Stats

Criterion
Data
Matches Played18
Matches won by team batting 1st7
Matches won by team batting 2nd9
Average 1st innings score141
Average 2nd innings score136

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The surface at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru generally offers great batting conditions. There could be some help for the bowlers, courtesy of the morning moisture, in the first semifinal. However, as the game progresses, the pitch will lose its moisture, becoming a paradise for the batters. 

The track's even pace and bounce will be conducive to stroke-play, while the spinners might get a hint of turn in the middle overs. Nevertheless, there's a huge possibility that we will witness moderate to high-scoring affairs, with bowlers playing minimal roles. 

Generally, the teams tend to chase in Bengaluru, as the track doesn't change its behaviour with time. However, considering the teams setting the target have won three of the four matches at this venue in SMAT 2024, it won't be surprising if the toss-winners bat first.