Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BalancedBatting Conditions
Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
SwingSpin Bowling
High Turn
Win Bat First
Win Bowl First
Located amidst the rolling tea gardens of Bangladesh, the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS) is widely considered the country’s most picturesque venue. Established as a divisional ground in 2007 and significantly upgraded for the 2014 ICC World Twenty20, it is famous for its unique "green gallery"—the first grass-bank seating area in the nation.
With a seating capacity of approximately 18,500, this world-class facility hosts all three formats of the game: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Known for its lush surroundings and modern floodlights, it provides a stunning backdrop for international cricket and the Bangladesh Premier League.
Stadium Details
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Stadium Name |
Sylhet International Stadium |
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Known as |
Sylhet Stadium |
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Place, Country |
Sylhet, India |
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Established |
2013 |
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Home Team |
Sylhet Titans |
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Stand Names |
UCB End, Runner End |
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Seating Capacity |
18,000 |
Sylhet International Stadium, Sylhet Pitch Report
The pitch at Sylhet International Stadium is widely regarded as one of the most balanced surfaces in Bangladesh, offering a fair contest between bat and ball. Typically, the track begins with a light layer of grass, providing early seam movement and bounce for fast bowlers. As the match progresses, it tends to slow down and become dry, allowing spinners to extract significant turn and grip.
In T20s, the surface is generally batting-friendly with a par score around 160–170, though it becomes sluggish in the middle overs. During Bangladesh Premier League matches the weather is generally cool and dry with high humidity (averaging 70–80%). This makes dew a critical factor for evening matches, often prompting captains to bowl first as the ball skids better onto the bat in the second innings.
Sylhet International Stadium Stats
T20 Stats
- Matches Played: 134
- Batting 1st Won: 53
- Batting 2nd Won: 78
- Tie: 2
- No Result: 1
FAQ's
1. Is the Sylhet pitch better for batting or bowling?
The pitch offers a balanced contest. It favors pace early on, but spinners dominate as the surface slows down.
2. How does the dew factor affect evening matches?
Heavy dew makes the ball slippery and hard to grip, significantly favoring the team batting second during run chases.
3. What is a par score for T20 matches at Sylhet International Stadium?
A competitive first-innings total is usually around 160–170, though recent matches in 2026 show slightly lower averages of 145.
Recent Games played at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Upcoming Games on Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet, Bangladesh
| Date | Time (IST) | Teams | Match number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.05.2026 | 09:30 | Bangladesh vs Pakistan | 2nd Match | test |
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