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After England’s dominant performance in the first three T20Is, the series moves to the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St. Lucia for the fourth match. With the series already in England’s pocket, West Indies will aim to salvage some pride, while England will look to edge closer to a series whitewash.
The pitch and conditions at this venue are expected to play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this clash.
Pitch Report: Batters vs. Bowlers
The pitch at the Daren Sammy Stadium traditionally favors bowlers, with a balanced contest between pace and spin. The surface is known to be on the slower side, making stroke-making challenging, especially for batters looking to dominate from the start.
Key Insights from Recent Matches:
- The 3rd T20I, held at the same venue, was a low-scoring affair. West Indies managed only 145/8, which England chased down in the final over, highlighting the difficulty of scoring freely on this surface.
- In the last 10 T20Is here, pacers have taken 66 wickets, while spinners have accounted for 55, showing that both types of bowlers can be effective depending on conditions.
Batters will need to apply themselves and work hard for their runs. However, cricket is a game of unpredictability, and a few quick adjustments by players can shift the narrative entirely.
Stadium T20I Stats & Records
| Criterion | Data |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 25 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 13 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 12 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 167 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 152 |
| Average Runs Per Over | 8.30 |
These stats indicate a near-even contest between batting first and second, making the toss less critical but the execution of plans paramount.
