EMI vs GUL ILT20 2024: Dubai Stadium Pitch Report and T20 Records & Stats
MI Emirates will face the defending champions of ILT20, Gulf Giants, in the first qualifier of the 2024 Season today at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. Both teams have been quite dominant in their journey so far in the league.
EMI vs GUL ILT20 2024: Dubai Stadium Pitch Report Today Match
Dubai International Cricket Stadium offers ample opportunity to both the batters and bowlers. The average score in the ILT20 2024 at the venue is 163 in the first innings. EMI vs GUL match’s pitch in Dubai will offer equal assistance to the batters and bowlers. The pitch is expected to suit the batters in the first ten overs of each innings, and after that, it will get sluggish in nature.
EMI vs GUL ILT20 2024: Dubai Stadium T20 Records & Stats
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, alternatively known as the Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium, has hosted T20 Internationals since its inaugural match on May 7, 2009, until the last match held on August 20, 2023. Over the years, this stadium has been witness to a total of 89 high-octane T20 matches, showcasing the thrilling dynamics of this fast-paced format.
Throughout its tenure as a T20 venue, the Dubai International Cricket Stadium has seen a diverse range of outcomes. Despite being the home ground, the UAE team has managed to secure victory only once, marking a mere 1.12% of the total matches played. On the other hand, touring sides have fared slightly better, clinching victory in 8 matches, amounting to approximately 9% of the total fixtures. However, the vast majority of matches, a staggering 89.89%, have been won by the neutral side, reflecting the competitive nature of encounters at this venue.
In terms of match dynamics, there’s a balanced distribution between teams winning batting first and those emerging victorious while chasing. Out of the 89 matches, 43 were won by teams setting a target, while 46 were clinched by teams chasing down a total. Interestingly, winning the toss has proven advantageous, with the toss-winning teams securing victory in 57.30% of the matches, showcasing the significance of decision-making at this ground.
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has witnessed some remarkable individual and team performances over the years. Virat Kohli’s blistering knock of 122* against Afghanistan on September 8, 2022, stands as the highest individual innings at this venue, highlighting the prowess of world-class batsmen. Meanwhile, Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s exceptional bowling spell of 5 wickets for 4 runs against Afghanistan on the same day exemplifies the bowler-friendly conditions occasionally witnessed at this stadium.
Among team performances, India holds the record for the highest team innings at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, posting an imposing total of 212/2 against Afghanistan. Conversely, the West Indies endured a challenging outing, recording the lowest team innings of 55 runs against England.
Despite the varied outcomes, the Dubai International Cricket Stadium maintains an average score of 146 runs for teams batting first, indicating the typical competitive nature of matches at this venue. With an average runs per wicket of 21.52 and an average runs per over of 7.35, the stadium presents a challenging yet rewarding environment for both batsmen and bowlers alike, contributing to the rich tapestry of T20 cricket.
| City | Dubai | ||
| Country | United Arab Emirates | ||
| Also or previously Known as | Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium | ||
| First T20 Match | 07/05/2009 | ||
| Last T20 Match | 20/08/2023 | ||
| Matches Played | 89 | ||
| Matches Won by Home Side | 1 (1.12%) | ||
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 8 (8.99%) | ||
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 80 (89.89%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting First | 43 (48.31%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting Second | 46 (51.69%) | ||
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 51 (57.30%) | ||
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 38 (42.70%) | ||
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Highest Individual Innings | 122* | V Kohli (India) | 08/09/2022 v Afghanistan |
| Best Bowling | 5/4 | B Kumar (India) | 08/09/2022 v Afghanistan |
| Highest Team Innings | 212/2 (India) | 08/09/2022 v Afghanistan | |
| Lowest Team Innings | 55 (West Indies) | 23/10/2021 v England | |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 184/8 (Sri Lanka) | 01/09/2022 v Bangladesh | |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 21.52 | ||
| Average Runs per Over | 7.35 | ||
| Average Score Batting First | 146 | ||