Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report

Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Batting Conditions

Pace Bowling

Spin Bowling

Win Bat First 50%

Win Bowl First 50%

Highest Total

358/10 (85.3) vs SL

ENG vs SL

Lowest Total

82/2 (11.2) vs MCR

MCR vs WEF

The City of Manchester gears up for a thrilling season of T20 Blast cricket at Emirates Old Trafford, the home ground of Lancashire County Cricket Club since its creation in 1857. Having witnessed historic moments like Sachin Tendulkar's first Test century and Shane Warne's famous "Ball of the Century," this place truly represents cricketing history. After the 2009 edition of The Point stand, Emirates Old Trafford is now a modern architectural marvel. As it prepares for the T20 Blast, the stadium promises cricket lovers an unforgettable experience that blends the thrill of T20 with the allure of its history and top-class amenities.

Emriates Old Trafford Stadium at a Glance

Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester Pitch Report 

The pitch at Old Trafford is a balanced track, which has true bounce and favorable conditions for stroke play. At the start of the game, seam bowlers can get some help with the new ball but as time goes on, this wicket becomes more friendly towards batsmen making it difficult for spinners to do much impact on it.

In the latest games, sides that bat initially have used the beneficial batting conditions to their advantage by setting up big scores. The need to chase at Old Trafford can become harder because later on in a match, wicket usually gets slower making it easier for bowlers. So, winning tosses and selecting batting could be a strategic benefit for teams.

The pitch at Emirates Old Trafford should stay as a batting paradise, with batsmen enjoying the chance to display their abilities. There might be some movement for seam bowlers under partly sunny weather, but generally it will be good for high-scoring matches and exciting T20 games.

Emriates Old Trafford, Manchester T20 Blast Stats

In the 60 T20 domestic matches played so far, teams batting first have won 34 times while those chasing won on 23 occasions, with 3 ties. The average score in the initial innings is not easy to beat and stands at 164 runs

• Total Match Played: 60

• Batting First Won: 34

• Batting Second Won: 23

• Tie: 03

• Average 1st Innings Score: 164 runs

• Highest Total: Lancashire 231/4

• Lowest Total: Worcestershire 53/10

T20 Blast 2024 Matches at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

The home team Lancashire will kickstart their campaign on Thursday, 30th May when they clash off against Durham. The Emireates ground will host a total of seven T20 Blast matches this season with the last game being played on Friday, July 19 where Lancashire will play host to Northamptonshire. 

FAQ’s

Where is Emirates Old Trafford?
Emirates Old Trafford is located in Manchester, England.

What are the general weather conditions at Emirates Old Trafford Stadium?
The weather at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester is usually changeable, as this place has typical English weather that sometimes brings rain and cloudy skies. This can be seen more often during the cricketing season.

What is the pitch report for Emirates Old Trafford?
The pitch at Emirates, Old Trafford is a balanced track favouring both the batsman and bowlers. The average first innings score in the T20 Blast matches played at this venue is 164 runs. 

Recent Games played at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, England

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