Australian batters asserted dominance on the first day of the Final of World Test Championship by scoring 327 for the loss of just 3 wickets. Travis Head has gone past 100 while Steve Smith is eyeing a ton. Here is the pitch report for day 2 of WTC Final.
WTC Final Day 2 Pitch Report of The Oval and Stats
The Oval holds the record for the most test matches played. Even though it is a high-scoring facility, there is still much for bowlers to enjoy. Because England’s weather is constantly changing and unpredictable, it’s difficult to forecast whether the ball or the bat will prevail. In other words, the pitch benefits both bowlers and batsmen. In that case, the outcome of the coin toss is critical.
Because of the help the spinners receive in the final two days of the competition due to the dryness, the majority of teams choose to bat first. Surviving the sudden bend was difficult for the hitters. Because of the lack of a green surface, which is common in the other England stadiums, fast bowlers’ records here haven’t been very excellent.
Also read: WTC Final 2023 Day 1 Highlights: Head & Smith Assert Dominance, Australia Ends the Day on 327/3
WTC Final 2023: The Oval Stadium Average Score in Test Matches
The Oval is batting friendly pitch, and many high-scoring games have been played at this venue. It provides equal opportunities to the bowlers as well as the game progresses. Here are the average score of each innings in Test matches at The Oval.
| Average 1st Inns scores | 343 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 304 |
| Average 3rd Inns scores | 238 |
| Average 4th Inns scores | 156 |
