India vs England, 1st T20I
Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street
Wed, 1 Julu 2026
10:00 PM IST, 5:30 PM LOCAL
Pitch Report according to previous Records:
The pitch at the Riverside Ground (Emirates Riverside) in Chester-le-Street is generally well-balanced, historically offering good pace and carry for fast bowlers while remaining a reliable track for batters once they settle in. With large boundaries, spin often plays a crucial role in the middle overs.
Official Live Pitch Report:
The Riverside Ground is traditionally a balanced, sporting surface with good bounce and carry. The new ball assists the seamers early on and under overcast skies, but batters get full value for their strokes once set. Recent matches have shown the pitch can be two-paced and offer spinners some grip through the middle.
Riverside Ground T20I Matches Records:
Last 3 T20I matches 1st inn avg score: 168
Last 3 T20I matches 2nd inn avg score: 155
Last 3 T20I matches win records: bowl first 1 - 2 bat first
IND vs ENG Head to Head in last 7 T20Is:
India 5 - 2 England