Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2023, Weather Forecast, ODI Records and Stats

Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2023, Weather Forecast, ODI Records & Stats: Asia Cup 2023 is just about to begin and the Multan Cricket Stadium will be in action as the venue is set to host the tournament opener between Pakistan and Nepal on August 30. The opening ceremony of the Asia Cup 2023 will be hosted at this venue. This article will take you deep into Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2023, Weather Forecast, ODI Records and stats.

Located in the heart of Multan, the Multan Cricket Stadium replaced the ?Qasim Bagh Stadium back in 2001. The venue is home to Pakistan's national cricket team and is owned and operated by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

The Multan Cricket Stadium saw the return of international cricket following a decade-long desertion of the sport in the country. Back in May 2022, the stadium was named as one of the venues to host the three-match ODI series against West Indies, which officially marked the revival of international cricket.

Meanwhile, the venue is getting its makeover to host the Asia Cup 2023 opening ceremony before hosting the opening clash between Pakistan and Nepal.

As per the Asia Cup 2023 schedule, the Multan Cricket Stadium will only host a solitary fixture in the upcoming continental tournament. The details of the fixture are given below:

Below are all the details of Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2023, Weather Forecast, ODI Records and Stats.

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Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan ODI Records And Stats - Asia Cup 2023

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Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2023

Just like most of the modern-day pitches, that favour the batters, the Multan Cricket Stadium is no exception. With dry surface, the batters have the tendency to rule the roost and dominate the game. The bowlers get minimal aid off the surface and thus have to put in all their might and main to restrict the batters.

Batting first has proved to be beneficial at Multan Cricket Stadium. Initially, there is little to no help for the bowlers, but as the game progresses, the spinners tend to get some assistance as the pitch deteriorates. The average first innings total at this venue is 255, which can go up to 323.

As indicated by the stats, batting first would be the ideal choice for the teams to opt for after winning the flip of the coin.

Weather Forecast for Asia Cup 2023

The weather on Wednesday, August 30 is bright and sunny. It would be a very hot day with temperatures rising to 38 degrees during the day. The players would feel extreme heat at the start of the game, but there will be a slight comfort in the evening as the temperature is expected to dip to 33 degrees.

There are no chances of rain on the game day, which is August 30, and even in the lead-up to the fixture. Hence fans can expect a complete game of cricket between Pakistan and Nepal on August 30 at Multan Cricket Stadium Pakistan.

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For more details head to ICC?s official website.