West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Pitch Report, T20 World Cup 2024: Providence Stadium, Guyana Pitch, Past-Match Records

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West Indies vs Papua New Guinea Pitch Report, T20 World Cup 2024: The West Indies will start their T20 World Cup campaign against Papua New Guinea at the Providence Stadium in Guyana today, aiming to begin their quest for a third T20 World Cup title on a high note.

The co-hosts are known for their explosive batting and dynamic all-rounders, but they need to overcome their inconsistency to succeed. Meanwhile, PNG, participating in their second T20 World Cup, are looking to secure their first win after three losses in the 2021 tournament.

Providence Stadium Info

• Founded: 2006
• Seating Capacity: 20,000
• Ends: Media Centre End and Pavilion End
• Boundary Size: The boundary dimensions depend on the wicket used, with lengths of 66, 64 metres on the sides and 77 down the ground.
• Number of international matches hosted: 29 T20s

Providence Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at Providence Stadium typically provides an even contest for both batsmen and bowlers. Initially, it can be tough for batsmen, but those who settle in can make significant scores.

Spinners frequently thrive due to the pitch's slow nature, though fast bowlers can also find success by targeting the right areas. A score of 155 or more is usually deemed competitive on this wicket.

Providence Stadium T20 Stats and Record

• Played: 29
• No Result: 4
• Won Batting First: 13
• Won Chasing: 12
• Average 1st Innings Score: 124
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 98
• Highest Total: 191/5 by England vs West Indies in 2010

Highest Run Chase Achieved: 169/5 in 18.2 overs by West Indies vs Bangladesh in 2022

Lowest Total: 68 All Out by Ireland vs West Indies in 2010

Lowest Total Defended: 138/9 by West Indies vs Ireland in 2010

Highest Score: Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) - 100 off 64 balls vs West Indies in 2010

Best Bowling Figures: Jason Holder (West Indies) - 4 for 26 vs Pakistan in 2021

Most Runs: Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) - 240 runs in 5 innings

Most Sixes: Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) - 17 sixes

Most Fifties: Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) - 3 fifties