ICC World Cup 2023, BAN vs AFG: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Pitch Report, Ground Stats, and ODI Records

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala is suitable for the chase as majority of matches won by side batting second

The 3rd match of the ICC World Cup 2023 will be played between Bangladesh and Afghanistan on Saturday, October 7 at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala.

Both Bangladesh and Afghanistan have played warm-up matches ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023, which must have allowed their players ample match practice on Indian soil as they aim to start the tournament with a win.

However, before heading into the tournament, let’s take a look at the pitch report of Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala:

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BAN vs AFG: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Pitch Report

While a total of nine pitches are available at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala, reports suggest that the Bangladesh versus Afghanistan match might take place on the Black soil pitch.

Here it is worth noting that Black soil pitches tend to favour fast bowlers during the early innings, providing them with an excellent chance to take wickets due to the bounce they offer, which can trouble batters. Taking a look at the venue’s recent track record, teams that have chased down targets have had a higher success rate compared to those who set targets.

BAN vs AFG: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Pitch Stats, and Ground Records

Total matches4
Matches won batting first1
Matches won bowling first3
Average 1st Inns scores214
Average 2nd Inns scores201
Highest total recorded330/6 (50 Ov) by IND vs WI
Lowest total recorded112/10 (38.2 Ov) by IND vs SL
Highest score chased227/3 (47.2 Ov) by ENG vs IND
Lowest score defended330/6 (50 Ov) by IND vs WI