Kingsmead Pitch Report
Durban, South Africa
Pitch Overview
71
Total Matches
208
Avg 1st Innings
N/A
Avg Wickets/Match
Balanced
Pitch Character
Average Scores by Format
Test
Matches played12
Avg 1st innings score297
Avg 2nd innings score263
Highest total574
Lowest total15
Bat first win %63.6%
Chase win %36.4%
ODI
Matches played26
Avg 1st innings score243
Avg 2nd innings score181
Highest total372
Lowest total7
Bat first win %61.9%
Chase win %38.1%
T20
Matches played33
Avg 1st innings score149
Avg 2nd innings score135
Highest total218
Lowest total68
Bat first win %56.3%
Chase win %43.8%
Toss Statistics
The toss winner has gone on to win the match in 45.1% of games at Kingsmead.
| Format | Matches | Chose Bat | Chose Field | Toss Winner Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 33 | 17 (52%) | 16 (48%) | 17 (52%) |
| ODI | 26 | 16 (62%) | 10 (38%) | 8 (31%) |
| TEST | 12 | 8 (67%) | 4 (33%) | 7 (58%) |
First Innings Score Distribution
ODI
150-2499 (35%)
250-34911 (42%)
350+2 (8%)
Under 1504 (15%)
T20
150-24918 (55%)
Under 15015 (45%)
TEST
150-2492 (17%)
250-3496 (50%)
350+3 (25%)
Under 1501 (8%)
Scoring Trends by Season
| Season | Format | Matches | Avg 1st Innings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020/21 | ODI | 3 | 218 |
| 2020/21 | T20 | 3 | 128 |
| 2018/19 | ODI | 2 | 267 |
| 2016/17 | ODI | 2 | 339 |
| 2015/16 | T20 | 2 | 141 |
| 2009 | T20 | 15 | 152 |
| 2007/08 | ODI | 2 | 256 |
| 2007/08 | T20 | 8 | 158 |
| 2006/07 | ODI | 2 | 300 |
| 2005/06 | ODI | 2 | 163 |
Betting Insight
Test Matches: Teams batting first have a historical advantage at Kingsmead with a 63.6% win rate. Consider backing the toss winner if they choose to bat.
Run Lines: With an average first innings score of 208 across all formats, this ground produces balanced contests. Look for value in match-specific conditions.
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