The picturesque Vizag Cricket Stadium in Andhra Pradesh has witnessed some remarkable Test cricket records over the years.
The Vizag Cricket Stadium, also known as Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium, is a beautiful ground located on the outskirts of Visakhapatnam. The stadium was established in 2003 and has a seating capacity of 27,000. It has two tiers, designed to provide an unobstructed view to all spectators.
The stadium has hosted two Test matches, 10 ODIs, and four T20 international matches. Let’s take a closer look at the Test records and stats at the Vizag Cricket Stadium.
Highest Total
India holds the record for the highest total at the Vizag Cricket Stadium in Test cricket. During the first Test of South Africa’s tour of India in 2019, India posted a massive total of 502/7d after electing to bat first. Mayank Agarwal’s 215 and Rohit Sharma’s 176 helped India register a record Test total at the venue. India later won the Test by 203 runs.
Lowest Total
England registered the lowest total at the Vizag Cricket Stadium in Tests. During the second Test of England’s tour of India in 2016, chasing 405 in the fourth innings, the visitors were bowled out for 158. Ravichandran Ashwin and Jayant Yadav were the standout bowlers for India with three wickets each in England’s second innings. India won the match by 246 runs.
Most Runs
Rohit Sharma has scored the most runs at the Vizag Cricket Stadium in Test cricket. The Indian captain has accumulated 303 runs in a solitary Test match at an average of 151.50. Rohit has slammed two hundreds at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Test cricket. Virat Kohli is second on the list with 299 runs in two Test matches.
Most Wickets
Ravichandran Ashwin has picked up the most wickets at the Vizag Cricket Stadium in Test cricket. The right-arm off-spinner bagged 16 wickets in two matches at an average of 19.25 between 2016 and 2019. He has registered two five-wicket hauls at this venue in Tests. Ravindra Jadeja features second on the list with nine wickets in two Tests.
Highest Individual Score
Mayank Agarwal registered the highest individual score at the Vizag Cricket Stadium in Tests. During South Africa’s tour of India in 2019, Agarwal scored 215 off 371 balls in the first innings of the opening Test. His scintillating double hundred was laced with 23 fours and six maximums to help India post a record total at the venue.
Best Bowling Figures in an Innings
Ravichandran Ashwin recorded the best bowling figures in an innings of a Test at this venue in 2019. The right-arm off-spinner registered brilliant figures of 7/145 to help bowl out South Africa for 431 in their first innings. Ashwin dismissed Aiden Markram, Theunis de Bruyn, captain Faf du Plessis, Quinton de Kock, Vernon Philander, Keshav Maharaj, and Kagiso Rabada as India took a 72-run lead. The hosts won the Visakhapatnam Test by 203 runs.
Best Bowling Figures in a Match
Ravichandran Ashwin also holds the record for the best bowling figures in a Test match at the Vizag Cricket Stadium. During the second Test of England’s tour of India in 2016, Ashwin took eight wickets. He claimed five wickets for 67 runs in the first innings and three wickets for 52 runs in the second innings. Ashwin’s magnificent performance helped India win the Test by 246 runs.
Highest Partnership
Rohit Sharma and Mayank Agarwal recorded the highest partnership at this ground in Test cricket. During the first Test against South Africa in 2019, the duo forged a massive 317-run stand for the opening wicket. Agarwal slammed 215 while Rohit scored 176. India secured a comprehensive 203-run victory courtesy of their incredible partnership.
In conclusion, the Vizag Cricket Stadium has witnessed some remarkable Test cricket records over the years. From India’s highest total to Ravichandran Ashwin’s best bowling figures, the stadium has seen some incredible performances by players from around the world.
