In the 18th season of the IPL, Mumbai Indians return home after facing two consecutive defeats. They played both matches away from home, with the first match at Chepauk and the second at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Mumbai Indians lost both encounters and are now ready to host Kolkata Knight Riders at their home ground.
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The 12th match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians promises to be an exciting contest. Both teams have strong line-ups. Kolkata lost their first match of the season against RCB but made a strong comeback by defeating Rajasthan Royals by 8 wickets in their second game.
The last time MI and KKR faced each other, Kolkata posted a total of 157 runs. Mumbai failed to chase the target and lost the match by 18 runs. Both teams have solid batting and bowling attacks, making the battle between batters and bowlers crucial in deciding the match outcome.
MI vs KKR Pitch Report – Wankhede Stadium
Wankhede’s pitch is known as a paradise for batters. High scores have been recorded here, but the pitch has also assisted fast bowlers, offering good bounce and movement in the early stages of the game. Due to dew at night, matches often favor teams chasing the target. Batters must be cautious against spinners and focus on rotating the strike rather than playing rash shots.
IPL stats at Wankhede pitch
Total matches – 118
Average score – 170+
Wins by teams batting first – 54
Wins by teams batting second – 64
Bowlers also get assistance
Building partnerships and accelerating the innings is crucial on this pitch. Fast bowlers play a key role, especially in the initial overs when the ball offers some seam and swing. However, their impact generally decreases as the match progresses. Overall, the Wankhede Stadium pitch is known for producing competitive matches, offering opportunities for both batters and bowlers.
