In the 13th SA20 2024 match on Saturday, January 20, Joburg Super Kings are poised to compete against Pretoria Capitals at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.
Facing a setback in their last game, the Super Kings experienced a seven-wicket defeat against Paarl Royals. On the flip side, the Capitals achieved success by securing a 17-run victory over Durban Super Giants in their recent encounter.
JSK vs PRC SA20 2024: Wanderers Stadium Pitch Report
The New Wanderers Stadium is renowned for its batsman-friendly pitch, frequently hosting high-scoring matches. With a reputation for predictable ball behavior, this venue provides an ideal environment for batters to execute precise shots. Despite its favoring towards batsmen, skillful bowlers can still exert influence by strategically placing deliveries. It’s noteworthy that the historical trend leans towards teams batting second, giving them a distinct advantage in successfully pursuing and chasing down targets.
JSK vs PRC SA20 2024: Wanderers Stadium T20 Records & Stats
Johannesburg’s New Wanderers Stadium, formerly known as the Wanderers Stadium, has been a prominent venue for T20 matches in South Africa. Hosting its first T20 match on October 21, 2005, and the last recorded one on December 14, 2023, the stadium has witnessed a total of 33 matches.
Known for its historical trend, the statistics reveal that the home side has claimed victory in 14 matches (42.42%), while touring sides secured 11 wins (33.33%). Neutral sides also had their share of success, winning 8 matches (24.24%). In terms of batting preferences, teams batting second have a slight edge, winning 17 matches (51.52%) compared to 16 wins for teams batting first (48.48%).
Surprisingly, winning or losing the toss seems to significantly impact outcomes. Teams winning the toss secured victory in 13 matches (39.39%), while those losing the toss emerged victorious in 20 matches (60.61%). No matches ended in ties or no results.
Individual performances at the stadium include F du Plessis’ outstanding innings of 119 (South Africa) against West Indies on January 11, 2015, and Kuldeep Yadav’s remarkable bowling figures of 5/17 (India) against South Africa on December 14, 2023.
The highest team innings record is held by Sri Lanka, scoring 260/6 against Kenya on September 14, 2007, while the lowest team innings was 83 by Bangladesh against Sri Lanka on September 18, 2007. The highest successful run chase was achieved by West Indies, scoring 236/6 against South Africa on January 11, 2015.
On average, there have been 25.19 runs per wicket, with 8.67 runs per over. The average score when batting first at the New Wanderers Stadium is 174. Overall, these statistics provide a comprehensive picture of the T20 cricket dynamics at this iconic South African venue.
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| City | Johannesburg | ||
| Country | South Africa | ||
| Also or previously Known as | New Wanderers Stadium | ||
| First T20 Match | 21/10/2005 | ||
| Last T20 Match | 14/12/2023 | ||
| Matches Played | 33 | ||
| Matches Won by Home Side | 14 (42.42%) | ||
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 11 (33.33%) | ||
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 8 (24.24%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting First | 16 (48.48%) | ||
| Matches Won Batting Second | 17 (51.52%) | ||
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 13 (39.39%) | ||
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 20 (60.61%) | ||
| Matches Tied | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Matches with No Result | 0 (0.00%) | ||
| Highest Individual Innings | 119 | F du Plessis (South Africa) | 11/01/2015 v West Indies |
| Best Bowling | 5/17 | Kuldeep Yadav (India) | 14/12/2023 v South Africa |
| Highest Team Innings | 260/6 (Sri Lanka) | 14/09/2007 v Kenya | |
| Lowest Team Innings | 83 (Bangladesh) | 18/09/2007 v Sri Lanka | |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 236/6 (West Indies) | 11/01/2015 v South Africa | |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 25.19 | ||
| Average Runs per Over | 8.67 | ||
| Average Score Batting First | 174 | ||