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Asia Cup 2023 | R. Premadasa Stadium Colombo Pitch Report

image-lm8vncizR Premadasa stadium in Colombo [X.com]

After witnessing seven intriguing fixtures, the Asia Cup 2023 moves to Colombo, where the remaining seven matches will be held from September 9 to 17. With four top-class teams, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, set to take on each other, the Super 4 stage of the tournament promises to be an absolute blockbuster. 

The Super 4 stage of the tournament began on Wednesday, with Pakistan thrashing Bangladesh by a comprehensive seven-wicket margin in Lahore. So, as the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo gears up to host the remaining Asia Cup games, let's see how its pitch is expected to play. 


R. Premadasa Stadium Colombo Pitch Report

The surface at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo generally assists spinners, offering decent grip and turn throughout the game. The ball stays a bit low, as the batters usually struggle here to get going. There could also be some variable bounce, so the batters should spend some time in the middle to put up big scores. 

Furthermore, considering the inclement weather conditions, we might witness a hint of seam movement if moisture sips into the pitch. The average run rate recorded at the venue is 4.87, suggesting the track's tendency to favour the bowlers. So, if we get full-fledged games, those will be moderate to low-scoring affairs, with the bowlers, especially the spinners, enjoying stellar success at the venue. 

Although teams batting first have performed admirably at the venue, it won't be surprising if the toss-winners bowl first, considering overcast conditions and the possibility of DLS playing a vital role in the second half.