M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report
Bengaluru, Karnataka ยท Capacity: 40,000 ยท Home of Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Pitch Character
180
Avg 1st Innings
168
Avg 2nd Innings
66m
Straight Boundary
Key Stats
180
Avg 1st Innings
168
Avg 2nd Innings
52%
Chase Win %
40,000
Capacity
61-66m
Boundary Size
920m
Elevation
Highest T20 Score
263/5 (RCB vs PWI, 2013)
Lowest T20 Score
49/10 (RCB vs KKR, 2017)
Dream11 Fantasy Tips for M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
- 1Load up on big-hitting top-order batters โ 200+ totals are routine here
- 2Death-over yorker specialists are worth their weight in gold at this ground
- 3Spinners with variations (e.g., mystery spin) can still take wickets in the middle overs
- 4No total is safe here โ always consider the chasing team's firepower before captaincy picks
Best Records at This Venue
Best Batting Record
Virat Kohli โ 1,102 runs in 62 IPL matches at this venue
Best Bowling Record
Yuzvendra Chahal โ 52 wickets in 47 IPL matches at this venue
About M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
The Chinnaswamy is the smallest ground in the IPL and the highest-scoring venue in T20 cricket history. Located at an elevation of 920m, the thin Bengaluru air means the ball flies off the bat. Combined with short boundaries, this is a batters' paradise where 200+ totals are common.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pitch like at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium?
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has a batting-friendly pitch. The pace vs spin ratio is 60:40 pace-friendly. The Chinnaswamy is the smallest ground in the IPL and the highest-scoring venue in T20 cricket history. Located at an elevation of 920m, the thin Bengaluru air means the ball flies off the bat. Combined with short boundaries, this is a batters' paradise where 200+ totals are common.
What is the average T20 score at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium?
The average first innings T20 score at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is 180, while the average second innings score is 168. The highest T20 score here is 263/5 (RCB vs PWI, 2013).
Should you bat first or chase at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium?
The dew factor at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is moderate. Both batting first and chasing are viable options depending on conditions. Study the weather forecast before making a call.