Overview
Since 2018, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad has stood witness to 15 pulsating IPL clashes. This iconic venue, spanning 2 thrilling seasons, has built a reputation for high-scoring drama with an impressive first innings average of 79 runs.
🎯 Pitch Character & Conditions
Cricket's great leveler, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium offers no real advantage to either team. Both batting first and chasing have proved equally viable strategies, creating drama-filled encounters where skill trumps toss luck. The near-identical averages of 79 and 75 prove this balance. Six-hitting prowess is celebrated at this venue, evidenced by the staggering 168 maximums recorded across all matches. At 11.2 sixes per game alongside 25.2 fours, this ground embodies aggressive T20 batting.
🏆 Team Performance at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Mumbai Indians
📚 Historical Context
Statistical analysis reveals Sunrisers Hyderabad as the undisputed kings of Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Over 5 encounters, they've cracked the code of this venue, posting 88 runs on average - significantly higher than most opponents.
🏏 Top Run Scorers
🎯 Top Wicket Takers
⭐ Key Moments & Records
Statistical dominance at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: DA Warner leads all batters with 433 runs (SR: 159.78, sixes: 15). In bowling, Rashid Khan's 21 wickets at just 6.21 runs per over represents the highest quality. The record books show 231 as the highest team score here - a testament to the venue's capacity for run-scoring carnage.