The Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, also known as Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium, has hosted numerous Indian Premier League (IPL) matches since its inception in 2012. Below are the full MCA Stadium IPL records and stats.
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MCA Stadium IPL Records & Stats
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| City | Pune |
| Country | India |
| Also Known As | Subrata Roy Sahara Stadium |
| First IPL Match | 08/04/2012 |
| Last T20 Match | 14/05/2022 |
| Total Matches Played | 51 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 28 (54.90%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 23 (45.10%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 28 (54.90%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 23 (45.10%) |
| No Result Matches | 0 (0.00%) |
| Highest Individual Score | 106 by S R Watson (Chennai Super Kings) |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/10 by L Ngidi (Chennai Super Kings) |
| Highest Team Score | 211/4 by Chennai Super Kings |
| Lowest Team Score | 73 by Punjab Kings |
| Highest Successful Run Chase | 196/7 by Gujarat Lions |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 25.39 |
| Average Runs per Over | 7.93 |
| Average Score Batting First | 162.37 |
Key Insights:
- Winning Trends:
Out of the 51 matches played at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, 54.90% of games were won by teams batting first, making it slightly more favorable to set a target than to chase. Interestingly, teams winning the toss also have a better win ratio, with 28 wins (54.90%), indicating that the toss plays a crucial role in determining outcomes here. - Record-Breaking Performances:
The highest individual score was an impressive 106 runs by Shane Watson while playing for Chennai Super Kings against Rajasthan Royals on April 20, 2018. Lungi Ngidi’s bowling performance, with figures of 4 wickets for 10 runs, remains the best at this venue, achieved against Punjab Kings on May 20, 2018. - Team Performances:
Chennai Super Kings holds the record for the highest team innings at 211/4, achieved against Delhi Capitals. On the flip side, Punjab Kings suffered the lowest team innings collapse, being bowled out for just 73 runs by Rising Pune Supergiant in 2017. - Run-Chasing Potential:
The highest successful run chase at the venue was by Gujarat Lions, who chased down 196 runs against Rising Pune Supergiant on April 29, 2016. This illustrates that while setting a total may give a slight edge, chasing big scores has been possible. - Overall Averages:
The average first innings score at the venue stands at 162.37, with a runs-per-wicket average of 25.39 and a run rate of 7.93 per over, reflecting a balanced contest between bat and ball.
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