Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch And Weather Report For UAE Vs BAN 1st T20I



UAE will host Bangladesh [Source: @ACBofficials/x.com]UAE will host Bangladesh [Source: @ACBofficials/x.com]

The cricketing heat returns to the desert as United Arab Emirates takes on Bangladesh in the first T20I of the two-match series on Saturday, May 17 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The action is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM IST and fans can expect an exciting contest under the lights.

This short T20 series brings together two sides with contrasting profiles but similar hunger for impact. UAE with a young and dynamic squad will look to punch above their weight on home soil.

On the other hand, Bangladesh arrive with experience and momentum. Having impressed in recent white-ball series, the Tigers will aim to make a statement with their depth in both batting and bowling.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Stats

Criterion
Data
Matches Played59
Matches won batting 1st34
Matches won bowling 1st25
No Result0
Average 1st innings score139
Average 2nd innings score117
Average run rate7.27
% of wickets by pacers55.26
% of wickets by spinners44.08

(Sharjah Cricket Stadium T20 Stats)

Is Sharjah Cricket Stadium’s Pitch Batting or Bowling Friendly?

The pitch at Sharjah Cricket Stadium has long been known for producing high-scoring T20 thrillers. With short square boundaries and a true surface, batters will be licking their lips at the prospect of sending balls into the stands. Shot-making is easy here, particularly during the first innings when the pitch is fresh.

However, it’s not all doom for bowlers. Pace bowlers who can nail their yorkers and execute slower balls will find success, especially at the death. Meanwhile, spinners can come into play if they hit the right lengths and vary their pace. The captain winning the toss will aim to field first.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium Weather Today

Shaja Cricket Stadium weather forecast [Source: AccuWeather]Shaja Cricket Stadium weather forecast [Source: AccuWeather]

InformationDetails
Temperature29°C (RealFeel 32°C)
Wind SpeedWSW 13 km/h - 30 km/h
Probability of Precipitation 0%
Cloud Cover0%

As per AccuWeather, the weather for the first T20I between UAE and Bangladesh is set to be absolutely ideal for a full game of cricket. The evening is expected to be clear and warm with a temperature of 29°C but it will feel slightly warmer at around 32°C due to the RealFeel® index. The humidity level is expected to be around 62% which could result in some dew settling in as the night progresses, something that might influence the toss decision.

Speedsters might get some help early on with the wind blowing steadily but spinners will need to adjust to the dry conditions and focus on tight lines to avoid getting punished. The dew point is recorded at 23°C which suggests the likelihood of slick conditions under lights.

UAE vs BAN Chances Of Rain

There are absolutely no chances of rain interrupting the game in Sharjah on Saturday evening with the precipitation probability sitting at 0%. With clear skies and no cloud cover expected, fans can look forward to an uninterrupted and smooth contest under the lights.