Australia and South Africa are set to clash in the second semifinal of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on November 16.
Both teams are in formidable form, with Australia enjoying a seven-match winning streak. South Africa, securing the second position in the league stage with seven victories and two defeats, are also performing impressively.
In a previous encounter in Lucknow during the tournament, South Africa dominated Australia, securing a one-sided victory by 134 runs. However, the result is in the past and it all depends on how they perform on the day.
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As the teams gear up for this crucial match, attention turns to the Eden Gardens pitch and the records at the ground.
TSN tells you everything you need to know about the ODI records in this venue.
How many ODI matches has Eden Gardens hosted?
The Eden Gardens holds a rich heritage, hosting its first ODI in 1987. A total of 35 ODIs have taken place here so far.
How many spectators can Eden Gardens hold?
The ground has a seating capacity of around 68,000 people.
Eden Gardens Pitch Report
The Eden Gardens has a reputation for providing pitches that are generally batting-friendly. The pitches at Eden Gardens are typically prepared using black cotton soil. This type of soil helps in maintaining good bounce, which can make batting conditions more favourable.
However, as the match progresses it becomes slow, which could favour spinners.
The weather conditions and the time of day can also influence pitch behaviour. In day matches, the pitch tends to be at its best for batting in the first innings, while in day-night matches, it might offer some assistance to seam bowlers in the evening.
Eden Gardens, Kolkata: Average scores and toss results in ODIs
| Average first innings score in Kolkata | 240 |
| Matches won after batting first | 21 |
| Matches won by chasing team | 13 |
What happened in the previous ODI at Eden Gardens in Kolkata?
In the most recent ODI game held here, England beat Pakistan by 93 runs.
Batting first, England posted 337 for the loss of nine wickets and then bowled Pakistan out for 243 runs.
What is the highest score by a team at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
In 2014, India scored 404/5 against Sri Lanka which is the highest ODI score by a team in this ground.
What is the lowest score by a team at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
In 2023, India bowled out South Africa for just 83 runs which is the lowest score by a team on this ground.
What is the highest individual score at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
India's Rohit Sharma scored 264 against Sri Lanka on this ground in just 173 balls. He smacked 33 fours and nine sixes en route to his mammoth score. This is also the highest score by a batsman in ODI cricket.
What is the best bowling figure at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
Anil Kumble bagged six wickets for just 12 runs in an ODI against West Indies in 1993. This remains the best bowling figures by an individual at this ground.
Which batter has the most runs at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
Sachin Tendulkar sits at the peak among the batters who have scored most runs at the Eden Gardens. Tendulkar has hammered 496 runs in 13 ODIs, including a hundred and four fifties at an average of 49.60 and a strike rate of 79.36. Tendulkar is closely followed by Virat Kohli who has hit 431 runs in eight innings.
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Which bowler has the most wickets at Eden Gardens in ODIs?
Anil Kumble and Kapil Dev are the two most successful bowlers on this ground with 14 wickets each. However, Kumble edges out Dev as he has reached the figure by playing one less match.
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