VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen Pitch Report

VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen Pitch Report
VRA Cricket Ground, Amstelveen Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Balanced

Batting Conditions

Moderate Scoring

Pace Bowling

Pace Bounce

Spin Bowling

Average Turn
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The VRA Cricket Ground, located in Amstelveen, Netherlands, is a prominent venue in European cricket.  Established in 1939, it serves as the home ground for VRA Amsterdam and has been a central hub for Dutch cricket.  The ground has hosted numerous international matches, including fixtures in the 1999 Cricket World Cup and the 2004 Videocon Cup featuring India, Pakistan, and Australia.  With a seating capacity of approximately 4,500, it offers an intimate setting for spectators. 

In recent years VRA Cricket Ground has become the home of ODI cricket for The Netherlands and it has hosted many ODI matches in recent times and is a high scoring ground with the outfield being fast. Though the venue doesnt have a huge infrastructure and seating capacity it is a pleseant stadium for spectators who love to come and have a good time in nature watching cricket. 

VRA Cricket Ground at a Glance

Stadium Name

VRA Cricket Ground

Place, Country

Amstelveen, Netherlands

Established

1939

Stand Names

City End, Mulder's End

Home Team

VRA Amsterdam

Seating Capacity

4,500

VRA Cricket Ground Pitch Report

The pitch at VRA Cricket Ground is known for its batting-friendly nature, often resulting in high-scoring matches.  In T20 Internationals, the average first innings score is around 167 runs, with the highest recorded score being 221/3 by Scotland.  In One Day Internationals (ODIs), the average first innings score is approximately 245 runs, with England posting a record 498/4.  The surface offers consistent bounce, favoring batsmen, while early assistance is available for seam bowlers. 

VRA Cricket Ground Records

ODI Stats

  • Total Matches Played: 43
  • Batting 1st Wins: 24
  • Batting 2nd Wins: 17
  • Average First Innings Score: 230

T20I Stats

  • Total Matches Played: 21
  • Batting 1st Wins: 11
  • Batting 2nd Wins: 9
  • Average First Innings Score: 122

FAQ's

Where is the VRA Cricket Ground located?
The VRA Cricket Ground is situated in Amstelveen, Netherlands. 

What are the general weather conditions at the VRA Cricket Ground?
Amstelveen experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild summers and cool winters. Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, which can influence match conditions. 

What is the pitch report of the VRA Cricket Ground?
The pitch is generally batting-friendly, offering consistent bounce and favoring batsmen. However, early in the match, seam bowlers may find some assistance. 

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