ABD vs GUL, ILT20 2024: Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report and T20 Records & Stats
In a crucial ILT20 2024 match on January 31, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ABD) will take on the Gulf Giants (GUL) aiming to climb the points ladder. With 2 wins from 5 matches, the Knight Riders are tied with the Giants, albeit having played one game more. They secured victories against the Desert Vipers but faced defeats from MI Emirates and the Dubai Capitals.
Despite posting a strong 183 against the Capitals, the Knight Riders’ bowling let them down, resulting in an early end to the chase. On the other hand, the Giants started with a win against the Warriors but stumbled against MI Emirates and the Desert Vipers before bouncing back with a win over the Dubai Capitals. Both teams are keen to secure a win to enhance their chances of progressing to the tournament’s later stages.
ABD vs GUL, ILT20 2024: Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The playing surface at the stadium heavily favors bowlers, accommodating both spin and pace variations adeptly. Batsmen frequently find it challenging to adjust to the decreasing pace, further intensifying the competition. Luckily, the weather forecast assures a continuous game. The pitch hasn’t been particularly welcoming to batsmen, with just one match witnessing a total exceeding 375 runs.
ABD vs GUL, ILT20 2024: Sheikh Zayed Stadium T20 Records & Stats
The Sheikh Zayed Stadium, located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has hosted a total of 66 T20 matches from February 10, 2010, to February 19, 2023. Among these matches, the home side has won 9 (13.64%), while the touring side has won 5 (7.58%). The majority of victories, 52 (78.79%), have been achieved by neutral teams.
In terms of match outcomes based on batting and toss decisions, 28 matches (42.42%) have been won by teams batting first, while 38 matches (57.58%) have been won by teams batting second. Additionally, teams winning the toss have won 34 matches (51.52%), while teams losing the toss have won 32 matches (48.48%).
No matches have ended in a tie or with no result. The highest individual innings was scored by Shaiman Anwar from the United Arab Emirates, who scored 117* against Papua New Guinea on April 14, 2017. The best bowling figures were recorded by C A Young from Ireland, with 4/13 against Nigeria on October 26, 2019.
The highest team innings was 225/7 by Ireland against Afghanistan on November 30, 2013, while the lowest team innings was 84 by Bangladesh against South Africa on November 2, 2021. The highest successful run chase was achieved by New Zealand, scoring 167/5 against England on November 10, 2021.
The average runs per wicket at the stadium stand at 22.21, and the average runs per over is 7.17. The average score when batting first is 142.
Also read: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants: Weather Forecast and Pitch Report for Today Match ILT20 2024
| City | Abu Dhabi | ||
| Country | United Arab Emirates | ||
| First T20 Match | 10/02/2010 | ||
| Last T20 Match | 19/02/2023 | ||
| Matches Played | 66 | ||
| Matches Won by Home Side | 9 (13.64%) | ||
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 5 (7.58%) | ||
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 52 (78.79%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting First | 28 (42.42%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting Second | 38 (57.58%) | ||
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 34 (51.52%) | ||
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 32 (48.48%) | ||
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Highest Individual Innings | 117* | Shaiman Anwar (United Arab Emirates) | 14/04/2017 v Papua New Guinea |
| Best Bowling | 4/13 | C A Young (Ireland) | 26/10/2019 v Nigeria |
| Highest Team Innings | 225/7 (Ireland) | 30/11/2013 v Afghanistan | |
| Lowest Team Innings | 84 (Bangladesh) | 02/11/2021 v South Africa | |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 167/5 (New Zealand) | 10/11/2021 v England | |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 22.21 | ||
| Average Runs per Over | 7.17 | ||
| Average Score Batting First | 142 | ||