WPL 2025: Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara Pitch Report Ahead of RCB vs GG Match 1
Here's the pitch report of Kotambi Stadium ahead of RCB vs GG WPL match.
The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2025 is set to begin on Thursday, February 14, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) facing Gujarat Giants (GG). The opening match will take place at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, starting at 7:30 PM IST.
Both teams have strong batting lineups, but the pitch conditions will play a big role in deciding the outcome. Let’s take a look at the surface of Kotambi Stadium and how it might behave during the match.
Kotambi Stadium Vadodara: Recent Stats and Records
| Criterion | Data |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 2 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 278 |
It is important to note that no Women’s T20 matches have been played at this venue. The available data is based on the ODIs played here, particularly the matches between India and West Indies.
Kotambi Stadium Pitch Report
The Kotambi Stadium pitch is a paradise for batters. In previous ODIs, high scores were common, with India once scoring 358/5 against West Indies. The surface is expected to behave similarly in WPL 2025.
- The flat pitch offers very little assistance to bowlers.
- Batters can play their shots freely with good bounce and carry.
- Fast bowlers may struggle, but spinners could come into play in the later stages of the game.
Given the conditions, fans can expect another high-scoring game as both RCB and GG have power hitters in their squads.
What to Expect in RCB vs GG Match 1?
- The team winning the toss may prefer to bat first and put up a big total.
- A score of 180+ will be competitive on this pitch.
- As the tournament progresses, the pitch might slow down, bringing spinners into the game.
