In the ongoing five-match T20 series against the West Indies, the Indian team now faces a 'do-or-die' situation; they must win the final match at any cost to clinch the series.
IND vs WI: Indias Record at Bengaluru Ground Ahead of the 5th T20I
The five-match T20 series between India and the West Indies has reached an exciting juncture. After the first four matches, both teams have secured two wins each. Consequently, all eyes are now on the final match of the series, which will be played on October 17 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru—a contest that will certainly not be easy for Team India.
This will be the first time in two years that Team India plays at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Given the Indian team's past performances at this venue, clinching the series will be a significant challenge for captain Shreyas Iyer.
Team India has played 8 matches in Bengaluru
The Indian team played its first T20 International match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru in 2012; since then, the team has played a total of 8 matches at this venue. Of these, Team India has won four and lost three, while one match was abandoned due to rain.
The Indian team played its most recent T20 International at this ground against Afghanistan in early 2024—a contest that Team India won via a Super Over. Historically, this venue has been favorable for batters, primarily due to its short boundaries.
Team India’s Wins When Batting First
Team India has played 8 matches so far at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, securing victory in 4 of them—and in all these wins, the team batted first. Consequently, all eyes are now on the fifth T20 match against the West Indies. The team that wins the toss will need to consider the pitch conditions before deciding whether to bat or bowl first.
A total of 10 T20 International matches have been played at this Bengaluru stadium to date; the team batting first has won 4 times, while the team chasing the target has emerged victorious on 5 occasions.
