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The five-match T20I series between England and India rolls into the West Country, with the fourth encounter set for the picturesque Gloucestershire County Ground in Bristol. India will hope to keep the series alive at a venue renowned for producing thrilling, high-scoring cricket over the years.
England, meanwhile, will look to seal the series in front of another packed house. The compact Bristol ground, with its short, inviting boundaries, has long been a happy hunting ground for batters, promising plenty of runs and entertainment for the fans.
As both sides prepare to do battle, the record books at Bristol make for fascinating reading. Here is a full look at the pitch behaviour, the key T20I records, and everything you need to know about the venue in the shortest format.
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The Gloucestershire County Ground is traditionally a high-scoring venue that offers plenty for the batters. The surface tends to be true and good for stroke play, with the short square boundaries encouraging aggressive hitting, though the bowlers can also find some assistance at various stages.
Dew is rarely a significant factor at Bristol during the English summer. With this being an evening fixture and the region enjoying warm, dry conditions, any late moisture should be minimal and is unlikely to trouble the side bowling in the second innings.
The highest team total in a T20I at the venue is England's imposing 234 for six, posted against South Africa in July 2022. Powered by a brilliant knock from Jonny Bairstow, England racked up a mammoth total at a rapid rate of 11.70 an over.
At the other end of the scale, the lowest team total is England's 136 for nine against Sri Lanka in June 2011. The hosts struggled with the bat that day, and Sri Lanka comfortably chased down the modest target to win by nine wickets.
Reflecting its reputation as a batting paradise, the average first-innings total in T20Is here sits high, at around 184 runs. That points to a surface where teams regularly threaten the 200-run mark, making a big total essential to feel competitive batting first.
The individual batting record belongs to India's Rohit Sharma. The opener smashed a magnificent unbeaten 100 from just 56 balls against England in 2018, laced with 11 fours and five sixes, guiding India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory in the chase.
The best bowling figures belong to South Africa's Wayne Parnell. The left-arm seamer produced a superb spell of five for 30 against Ireland in 2022, ripping through the batting order to help bowl the Irish out and seal a comfortable win.
Among the leading run-scorers at the venue, South Africa's Reeza Hendricks stands out, having accumulated 173 runs in three innings. England's Jonny Bairstow features next with 115 runs, headlined by his brilliant 90 against South Africa in 2022.
In the bowling department, Wayne Parnell leads the way despite featuring in just a couple of matches at the ground. The South African claimed seven wickets in two appearances, with his standout return being those match-winning figures of five for 30 against Ireland.
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England, meanwhile, will look to seal the series in front of another packed house. The compact Bristol ground, with its short, inviting boundaries, has long been a happy hunting ground for batters, promising plenty of runs and entertainment for the fans.
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As both sides prepare to do battle, the record books at Bristol make for fascinating reading. Here is a full look at the pitch behaviour, the key T20I records, and everything you need to know about the venue in the shortest format.
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Gloucestershire County Ground pitch report: Is it a batting or bowling wicket in Bristol?
The Gloucestershire County Ground is traditionally a high-scoring venue that offers plenty for the batters. The surface tends to be true and good for stroke play, with the short square boundaries encouraging aggressive hitting, though the bowlers can also find some assistance at various stages.
What are the chances of dew at the Bristol County Ground?
Dew is rarely a significant factor at Bristol during the English summer. With this being an evening fixture and the region enjoying warm, dry conditions, any late moisture should be minimal and is unlikely to trouble the side bowling in the second innings.
Highest score by a team at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
The highest team total in a T20I at the venue is England's imposing 234 for six, posted against South Africa in July 2022. Powered by a brilliant knock from Jonny Bairstow, England racked up a mammoth total at a rapid rate of 11.70 an over.
Lowest score by a team at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
At the other end of the scale, the lowest team total is England's 136 for nine against Sri Lanka in June 2011. The hosts struggled with the bat that day, and Sri Lanka comfortably chased down the modest target to win by nine wickets.
Average score at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
Reflecting its reputation as a batting paradise, the average first-innings total in T20Is here sits high, at around 184 runs. That points to a surface where teams regularly threaten the 200-run mark, making a big total essential to feel competitive batting first.
Highest individual score at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
The individual batting record belongs to India's Rohit Sharma. The opener smashed a magnificent unbeaten 100 from just 56 balls against England in 2018, laced with 11 fours and five sixes, guiding India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory in the chase.
Best bowling figures at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
The best bowling figures belong to South Africa's Wayne Parnell. The left-arm seamer produced a superb spell of five for 30 against Ireland in 2022, ripping through the batting order to help bowl the Irish out and seal a comfortable win.
Most runs at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
Among the leading run-scorers at the venue, South Africa's Reeza Hendricks stands out, having accumulated 173 runs in three innings. England's Jonny Bairstow features next with 115 runs, headlined by his brilliant 90 against South Africa in 2022.
Most wickets at Bristol County Ground in T20Is
In the bowling department, Wayne Parnell leads the way despite featuring in just a couple of matches at the ground. The South African claimed seven wickets in two appearances, with his standout return being those match-winning figures of five for 30 against Ireland.
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