In the upcoming International League T20 2024 match on Sunday, February 4, Gulf Giants (GUL) will face Sharjah Warriors (SJH) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Game 22. Warriors have played six matches in the tournament, winning three and losing three, currently occupying fourth place in the standings, aiming to climb higher.
Meanwhile, Gulf Giants hold fifth place with two wins and three losses in five games. As they gear up to take on the Warriors, Gulf Giants are determined to secure their third victory of the season.
GUL vs SJH ILT20 2024: Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is favored by batsmen, although spinners might encounter some difficulties. Despite potential challenges for spinners, batters will aim to set substantial totals as the match unfolds. Choosing to bat first and putting up a sizable score could be a strategic advantage.
GUL vs SJH ILT20 2024: Dubai International Cricket Stadium T20 Records & Stats
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, has a vibrant T20 International history. Formerly known as Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium, it hosted its first T20 match on May 7, 2009, and the last recorded match was on August 20, 2023.
With a total of 89 matches played, the majority, 80, were won by neutral sides, showcasing the stadium’s role as a venue for various international teams. The home side secured victory in only 1.12% of matches, while touring sides won 8.99% of the time.
Interestingly, matches won batting first and second are evenly split, with 48.31% and 51.69% respectively. Winning the toss seems to offer a slight advantage, with the winning percentage standing at 57.30%.
Notable individual performances include Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 122 against Afghanistan on September 8, 2022, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s remarkable 5/4 bowling figures, also against Afghanistan on the same day. The highest team innings record is held by India, scoring 212/2 against Afghanistan on September 8, 2022, while the lowest team innings was 55 by West Indies against England on October 23, 2021.
On average, there are 21.52 runs scored per wicket and 7.35 runs per over, with the average first innings score being 146 runs.
Also read: Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriors ILT20: Hour by Hour Weather Prediction for Today Match 2024
| 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 | ||