MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
Chennai, Tamil Nadu · Capacity: 50,000 · Home of Chennai Super Kings
Pitch Character
163
Avg 1st Innings
149
Avg 2nd Innings
68m
Straight Boundary
Key Stats
163
Avg 1st Innings
149
Avg 2nd Innings
52%
Spin Wicket %
50,000
Capacity
62-68m
Boundary Size
High
Dew Factor
Highest T20 Score
246/5 (CSK vs RR, 2010)
Lowest T20 Score
70/10 (RCB vs CSK, 2019)
Dream11 Fantasy Tips for MA Chidambaram Stadium
- 1Stack your team with quality spinners — they dominate here, especially in the first innings
- 2Pick batters who can play spin well; anchor-type players outperform stroke-makers
- 3Captain your best spinner if the team bats first — spin wickets flow freely on this surface
- 4Factor in dew: if chasing, the ball skids on and batting becomes easier
Best Records at This Venue
Best Batting Record
Suresh Raina — 713 runs in 39 IPL matches at this venue
Best Bowling Record
Ravindra Jadeja — 48 wickets in 46 IPL matches at this venue
About MA Chidambaram Stadium
Chepauk is one of the oldest cricket grounds in India and has historically been a paradise for spin bowlers. The red-soil pitch offers grip and turn from the very first over, making it tricky for visiting teams unfamiliar with the conditions. Heavy dew in evening games can neutralise the spin advantage in the second innings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pitch like at MA Chidambaram Stadium?
MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai has a spin-friendly pitch. The pace vs spin ratio is 35:65 spin-dominant. Chepauk is one of the oldest cricket grounds in India and has historically been a paradise for spin bowlers. The red-soil pitch offers grip and turn from the very first over, making it tricky for visiting teams unfamiliar with the conditions. Heavy dew in evening games can neutralise the spin advantage in the second innings.
What is the average T20 score at MA Chidambaram Stadium?
The average first innings T20 score at MA Chidambaram Stadium is 163, while the average second innings score is 149. The highest T20 score here is 246/5 (CSK vs RR, 2010).
Should you bat first or chase at MA Chidambaram Stadium?
The dew factor at MA Chidambaram Stadium is high. Teams chasing generally have an advantage due to heavy dew making bowling difficult in the second innings. If you win the toss, chasing is the smart option at this venue.