Overview
Located in the vibrant city of Visakhapatnam, Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam has been a fortress of thrilling cricket action since its IPL debut in 2024. Over 4 encounters, this ground has evolved into one of the most distinctive venues in the tournament, where teams have averaged 109 runs batting first.
🎯 Pitch Character & Conditions
At Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, the pitch offers an even contest between bat and ball, between batting first and chasing. With averages hovering around 109, every match becomes a tactical chess game where captaincy and player performance matter most. Six-hitting prowess is celebrated at this venue, evidenced by the staggering 90 maximums recorded across all matches. At 22.5 sixes per game alongside 30.8 fours, this ground embodies aggressive T20 batting.
📚 Historical Context
The beauty of Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam is its democratic nature - no single team has established complete dominance. Across 2 seasons, different franchises have tasted success, making it a true neutral venue where current form matters more than historical advantage.
🏏 Top Run Scorers
🎯 Top Wicket Takers
⭐ Key Moments & Records
The record book's first page features T Stubbs (109 runs, 157.97 SR) and MA Starc (11 wickets, 9.56 economy) - two contrasting skills, equal dominance at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. The venue record of 272 runs stands as a monumental achievement, showcasing the explosive scoring potential when conditions and form align perfectly.