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The Wankhede Stadium is a cricket stadium located in Mumbai, India. It is one of the most iconic stadiums in the history of the Indian Stadium. Do you remember the commentary “ Dhoni finishes off in the style! India lifts the World Cup after 28 years. The party starts in the dressing order”? This is where India had that Iconic moment.
With the return of the ICC World Cup in India, people are interested in learning about different venues. Keep reading to know the statistics and the list of upcoming matches on this ground.
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History and Importance
Wankhede Stadium is a prominent cricket stadium located in Mumbai, India. The stadium was inaugurated in 1974 and named after Sheshrao Krishnarao Wankhede, a former president of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA).
It has hosted many iconic matches, including Sachin Tendulkar’s farewell Test match in 2013 and Virat Kohli’s record-breaking century against the West Indies in 2018.
Statistics
Have a look at the table below for a detailed look at the statistics of this stadium in ODI format:
| Total Matches | 29 |
| Matches won batting first | 14 |
| Matches won bowling first | 15 |
| Highest total recorded | 438/4 (50 Over) |
| Lowest total recorded | 79/10 (50 Over) |
| Highest score chased | 284/4 (50 Over) |
| Lowest score defended | 192/9 (50 Over) |
Upcoming Matches
This year, Wankhade Stadium is hosting some of the important matches in the tournament including a semi-final. Here is the upcoming schedule of the tournament in this stadium:
| Playing Countries | Date |
| England vs South Africa | 21st October 2023 |
| Bangladesh vs South Africa | 24th October 2023 |
| India vs Sri Lanka | 2nd November 2023 |
| Australia vs Afghanistan | 7th November 2023 |
| Semi Final 1 | 15th November 2023 |
| Topics | Links |
| England vs New Zealand: ICC World Cup 2023 | Click Here |
| ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Format | Click Here |
| World Cup 2023 Groups: The Division of Top 10 | Click Here |
| Cricket World Cup Schedule 2023: Check Score, Venue | Click Here |
| Where Will the 2023 World Cup be Hosted? | Click Here |
| ICC World Cup Ticket Price 2023: Cheapest Prices | Click Here |
FAQs
India won the ICC ODI World Cup 2011 at the Wankhade Stadium.
The sitting capacity of Wankhade Stadium is around 33,000 spectators.
Yes, there are around 5 matches to be played at the Wankahde Stadium including one Semi-Final match.
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