The forthcoming match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is scheduled to take place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Friday, May 10th. This highly anticipated encounter will feature the Gujarat Titans (GT) facing off against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), promising an intense showdown between two formidable teams. With a wealth of top-tier talent on both sides, cricket enthusiasts worldwide can expect an exhilarating spectacle.
Sitting at the bottom of the points table, GT’s hopes for playoff qualification hinge on the outcome of this crucial match. Conversely, CSK, currently occupying the fourth spot in the standings, will be aiming for victory to enhance their prospects of securing a top-four finish in the league stage.
IPLT20 Stats and Records at Narendra Modi Stadium:
Total matches: 32
Matches won batting first: 14
Matches won batting second: 18
Average score batting first: 171
Highest total recorded: 233/4 (20 Ov) by Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians
Lowest total recorded: 89/10 (19.4 Ov) by Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals
Highest score chased: 200/7 (19.5 Ov) by Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans
Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report:
At the esteemed Narendra Modi Stadium, celebrated as the largest cricket ground globally, the pitch assumes paramount importance. Renowned for its inclination towards aiding batters, it poses a distinctive challenge for bowlers. In the initial stages, the conditions conducive to seam movement may influence the toss decision, potentially leading the victor to choose batting upfront. However, as the match unfolds, the pitch is anticipated to evolve, providing greater assistance to spinners. Prepare for an engaging contest characterized by a blend of aggressive batting and astute spin bowling.
Ahmedabad Weather Forecast:
With Ahmedabad set to experience clear skies with occasional clouds, cricket fans can rejoice as no rain disruptions are foreseen during the match, guaranteeing uninterrupted play. The weather forecast suggests pleasant conditions, with temperatures hovering around 34 degrees Celsius. Moderate humidity levels of approximately 43% are expected, ensuring comfort for players and spectators alike. A gentle breeze, travelling at a speed of 14 kilometres per hour, may provide some relief from the heat. With the weather conditions favouring batters, expect the pitch to remain consistent throughout the game, facilitating a fair competition between bat and ball.
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Squads:
Gujarat Titans: Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Umesh Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Spencer Johnson, Sai Sudharsan, Sharath BR, Abhinav Manohar, Noor Ahmad, Manav Suthar, Kane Williamson, Jayant Yadav, Sandeep Warrier, Shahrukh Khan, Joshua Little, Darshan Nalkande, Kartik Tyagi, Sushant Mishra, Matthew Wade
Chennai Super Kings: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Sameer Rizvi, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Moeen Ali, Devon Conway, Mustafizur Rahman, Mitchell Santner, Tushar Deshpande, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Prashant Solanki, Mukesh Choudhary, Simarjeet Singh, RS Hangargekar, Shaik Rasheed, Nishant Sindhu, Aravelly Avanish
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