AUS vs WI 1st T20 2024: Blundstone Arena Pitch Report and T20 Records & Stats
The West Indies tour of Australia is approaching its climax with a three-match T20I series scheduled to kick off on Friday, February 9. Hobart, Adelaide, and Perth are set to host these matches. Following a drawn two-match Test series, Australia dominated the three-match ODI series, culminating in a resounding eight-wicket victory in the final ODI, chasing down 87 runs in just 6.5 overs.
Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia in this T20I series, featuring notable inclusions such as Tim David, David Warner, and Marcus Stoinis, who were active in various T20 leagues. Glenn Maxwell returns to the squad after being rested from the ODI series, while Travis Head, initially selected, will be rested and focus on the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. Due to a hamstring injury sustained in the second ODI, Matthew Short has been replaced by Aaron Hardie. Nathan Ellis, recovering from a rib injury, has also been included.
Rovman Powell will lead the West Indies, with Shai Hope as his deputy, continuing from their roles in the ODI series. The squad retains key players like Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, and Oshane Thomas from the ODI squad. Nicholas Pooran and Andre Russell, who impressed in recent T20 leagues, add firepower to the West Indies lineup.
AUS vs WI 1st T20 2024: Blundstone Arena Pitch Report Today Match
Blundstone Arena in Hobart is renowned for its batsman-friendly pitch. At the start of matches, fast bowlers benefit from swing, often securing early wickets. The pace of the ball on this ground can pose challenges for batsmen initially.
However, batsmen who adapt to Blundstone Arena conditions can amass substantial runs consistently. The assistance of fast bowlers early on allows for smoother batting and higher scores.
As games progress, the pitch at Blundstone Arena tends to become even more favorable for batting, particularly in the second innings. Historically, teams batting first have enjoyed greater success at this venue.
AUS vs WI 1st T20 2024: Blundstone Arena T20 Records & Stats
Blundstone Arena in Hobart, Australia, has hosted 12 T20 International matches between February 21, 2010, and October 24, 2022. The home side has won 3 matches, accounting for 25% of the total games played, while no touring side has managed a victory. Neutral teams have dominated, winning 8 matches, constituting 66.67% of the total wins.
In terms of batting first versus batting second, the numbers are relatively close, with 6 matches won by the team batting first (50%) and 5 matches won by the team chasing (41.67%). Winning the toss has not guaranteed success, with teams winning 4 matches (33.33%) after winning the toss and 7 matches (58.33%) after losing it. There have been no tied matches, but 1 match ended with no result (8.33%).
The highest individual innings at Blundstone Arena stands at 103* by G J Maxwell (Australia) against England on February 7, 2018. The best bowling performance belongs to A S Joseph (West Indies), who claimed figures of 4/16 against Zimbabwe on October 19, 2022.
The highest team innings record is held by Australia, with a score of 213/4 against England on January 29, 2014, while the lowest team innings saw West Indies dismissed for 118 against Scotland on October 17, 2022.
The highest successful run chase achieved at Bellerive Oval was 180/4 by Ireland against Scotland on October 19, 2022. On average, there have been 23.53 runs scored per wicket and 8.02 runs per over. The average score batting first is 153.
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| City | Hobart | ||
| Country | Australia | ||
| First T20 Match | 21/02/2010 | ||
| Last T20 Match | 24/10/2022 | ||
| Matches Played | 12 | ||
| Matches Won by Home Side | 3 (25.00%) | ||
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 0 | ||
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 8 (66.67%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting First | 6 (50.00%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting Second | 5 (41.67%) | ||
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 4 (33.33%) | ||
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 7 (58.33%) | ||
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Matches with No Result | 1 (8.33%) | ||
| Highest Individual Innings | 103* | G J Maxwell (Australia) | 07/02/2018 v England |
| Best Bowling | 4/16 | A S Joseph (West Indies) | 19/10/2022 v Zimbabwe |
| Highest Team Innings | 213/4 (Australia) | 29/01/2014 v England | |
| Lowest Team Innings | 118 (West Indies) | 17/10/2022 v Scotland | |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 180/4 (Ireland) | 19/10/2022 v Scotland | |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 23.53 | ||
| Average Runs per Over | 8.02 | ||
| Average Score Batting First | 153 | ||
