Musaddiq Ahmed T20I records track the statistical history of the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong, Bangladesh, as a venue for Twenty20 International cricket. The ground has hosted 23 matches since its first T20I fixture in 2014.
Bangladesh is the most active team at the venue, featuring in 12 of the total matches. The record book includes a highest team total of 207/5 and a lowest score of 39/10, alongside individual milestones such as a 116-run innings and a 7-wicket haul.
Overview
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong, Bangladesh, has established itself as a significant venue for international T20 cricket since its inaugural match in 2014. The ground has hosted a total of 23 T20I matches, spanning a decade of competitive action from February 12, 2014, to May 7, 2024. This period covers extensive usage by the home side and various touring teams, making it a key fixture in the T20I calendar for the region. The venue's history reflects the growth of the format in Bangladesh, with matches concentrated in the early 2010s and continuing through the mid-2020s.
Bangladesh is the most active team at this venue, having participated in 12 of the 23 recorded matches. This frequency highlights the stadium's role as a primary home ground for the national side during the T20I era. The match schedule has seen consistent activity, with the first contest taking place on February 12, 2014, and the most recent recorded game occurring on May 7, 2024. The span of these dates indicates a sustained period of relevance for the stadium in the T20I landscape, accommodating both home and away fixtures over more than ten years.
Team Records
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong has hosted 23 T20I matches between February 2014 and May 2024. Team totals at this venue have varied significantly, ranging from a dominant 207/5 to a collapse of 39 all out. Bangladesh set the highest team total of 207/5 against Ireland on 27 March 2023. This score represents the benchmark for batting performance at the ground during the T20I era. The lowest team total was recorded by the Netherlands, who were bowled out for just 39 runs against Sri Lanka on 24 March 2014. These extremes highlight the pitch's ability to favor either batters or bowlers depending on match conditions. Bangladesh is the most active team at the venue, having played 12 matches. The first T20I at the stadium took place on 12 February 2014, marking the beginning of its status as a key venue for the host nation. The most recent match occurred on 7 May 2024, continuing the venue's relevance in the T20I calendar. The contrast between the highest and lowest totals underscores the competitive nature of T20I cricket in Chittagong. Records such as these are critical for analysts evaluating team performance and pitch behavior over time. The venue continues to be a significant location for Bangladesh's home T20I fixtures.
Individual Records
Individual Records
The highest individual batting performance at this venue is 116 runs, scored by AD Hales on 2014-03-27. This innings stands as the benchmark for individual batting output in T20I matches played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium.
On the bowling front, the best figures recorded are 7 wickets for 3 runs, achieved by HMRKB Herath on 2014-03-31. This performance represents the most dominant individual bowling display in the venue's T20I history.
What is the highest team total at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
The highest team total recorded at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong stands at 207/5, achieved by Bangladesh against Ireland on 27 March 2023. This score represents the peak offensive output among the 23 T20I matches played at this venue between 2014 and 2024. The chase or defense of such a total highlights the scoring potential of the Chittagong pitch, which has hosted international cricket since February 2014.
Contextualizing this high score requires looking at the venue's broader statistical range. The lowest team total at the same ground is 39/10, set by the Netherlands on 24 March 2014. The disparity between 39 and 207 underscores the variable conditions and team strengths encountered over the decade of T20I play. Bangladesh, the most active team at the venue with 12 matches, has experienced both extremes of scoring potential.
Individual brilliance often drives these team totals. The highest individual batting score at the stadium is 116 runs, scored by AD Hales on 27 March 2014. While Hales' century contributed to a high team score, the 207/5 total by Bangladesh in 2023 reflects a collective effort. On the bowling side, the best figures recorded are 7/3 by HMRKB Herath on 31 March 2014, demonstrating that the pitch can also favor bowlers seeking wickets.
Who holds the record for most sixes at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
AD Hales holds the record for the highest individual batting score at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. He scored 116 runs in a T20I match played on 2014-03-27. This innings stands as the benchmark for individual brilliance at this venue. The score of 116 by Hales remains the highest individual batting score recorded in the 23 matches held at this ground between 2014-02-12 and 2024-05-07.
The context of Hales' 116 is significant when compared to other team performances at the stadium. Bangladesh posted the highest team total of 207/5 on 2023-03-27. While this team total is higher than Hales' individual score, it involved multiple batsmen contributing to the final tally. Hales' 116 represents a single player's dominance over the opposition's bowling attack.
Individual batting performances at this venue have varied widely. The lowest team total recorded is 39/10 by the Netherlands on 2014-03-24. This low score indicates that batting conditions can be challenging for visiting teams. In contrast, Hales' 116 demonstrates the potential for high individual scores when the pitch favors the batsmen.
Bangladesh is the most active team at this venue with 12 matches. Their familiarity with the ground likely contributes to their ability to post competitive totals. The highest team total of 207/5 was achieved by Bangladesh, showing their capacity to capitalize on favorable conditions. Hales' 116, however, remains the standout individual achievement in the T20I history of this stadium.
The bowling attack also plays a crucial role in shaping batting records. HMRKB Herath recorded the best bowling figures of 7/3 on 2014-03-31. This performance highlights the balance between bat and ball at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. While Herath's bowling figures are exceptional, Hales' batting score of 116 continues to be the highest individual run tally at this venue.
Pitch and Conditions
The playing surface at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong has demonstrated significant variability across the 2014-2024 T20I period. This range is evident in the extreme team totals recorded at the venue. The highest team total of 207/5 was achieved by Bangladesh on 2023-03-27. This score indicates that the pitch can offer substantial running room and consistency for batters, allowing for high-scoring encounters when conditions align favorably for the home side.
The presence of both high and low extremes suggests that the pitch characteristics are not static. Factors such as moisture, wear, and the specific match-up can influence how the ball behaves. The 207/5 total by Bangladesh shows that when the surface is true, runs can flow freely. Conversely, the 39/10 collapse by the Netherlands demonstrates that any slight deviation or green tinge can lead to significant batting struggles.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
The highest team total at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is 207/5, scored by Bangladesh on 27 March 2023.
Who holds the record for most sixes at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
When did the first T20I take place at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
The first T20I match at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium was played on 12 February 2014.
What is the lowest team total at this venue?
The lowest team total recorded is 39/10, achieved by the Netherlands on 24 March 2014.
Who has the best bowling figures at Musaddiq Ahmed Stadium?
HMRKB Herath holds the record for the best bowling figures with 7/3, bowled on 31 March 2014.
Summary
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong has hosted 23 T20I matches between 12 February 2014 and 7 May 2024. Bangladesh is the most frequent participant with 12 appearances. Key records include a highest team total of 207/5 by Bangladesh, a lowest total of 39/10 by the Netherlands, a highest individual score of 116 by AD Hales, and best bowling figures of 7/3 by HMRKB Herath.
See also
- T20I Records at Bready Cricket Club, Magheramason
- T20I Records at Prairie View Cricket Complex
- T20I Records at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur
- T20I Records at Hazelaarweg Stadium, Rotterdam
- T20I Records at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
- T20I Records at Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain