Sheikh Rasik Stadium in Al Ain is the venue where Shaiman Anwar scored the only T20I century recorded at the ground, achieving a score of 117 during the tournament's history.
The stadium has hosted 41 T20I matches between 2010 and 2019, featuring Oman as the most active team with 10 appearances.
Overview
Sheikh Rasik Stadium, also known as Sheikh Zayed Stadium, is a prominent T20I venue located in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. According to Cricsheet data, the ground has hosted 41 T20I matches between 2010 and 2019. The first match at the venue took place on 2010-10-26, and the most recent recorded match was on 2019-10-27. Oman is the most active team at the venue, having played 10 matches there.
What is the highest team total at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
The highest team total recorded at Sheikh Rasik Stadium in T20I cricket is 189/3, achieved by Scotland against Hong Kong on 14 January 2017. This innings stands as the peak scoring performance among the 41 matches played at the venue between 2010 and 2019. The chase or defense of such a total highlights the scoring potential of the Al Ain pitch during that period.
At the other end of the spectrum, the lowest team total at the ground is 66/9, posted by Nigeria against Ireland on 26 October 2019. This scoreline represents the most economical defensive performance or the most challenging batting conditions encountered in the venue's T20I history. The gap between the highest and lowest totals—123 runs—illustrates the variability in match outcomes and pitch behavior over the decade of usage.
Individual brilliance has also defined the venue's records. Shaiman Anwar scored the highest individual batting score of 117 on 14 April 2017, contributing significantly to the batting records at the stadium. On the bowling front, Rohan Mustafa recorded the best bowling figures of 6/18 on 19 October 2019, showcasing the wicket-taking potential for bowlers.
Oman is the most active team at Sheikh Rasik Stadium, having played 10 matches there. The venue hosted its first T20I on 26 October 2010 and its most recent recorded match on 27 October 2019. These statistics cover the primary period of T20I activity at the Al Ain ground.
Who holds the batting and bowling records?
Shaiman Anwar holds the record for the highest individual batting score at the venue, scoring 117 runs on 2017-04-14. This performance stands out among the 41 T20I matches played between 2010 and 2019. Anwar's century is the only individual score exceeding 100 runs in the Cricsheet data for this ground. The achievement highlights the batting potential available on the Al Ain pitch during that period.
Rohan Mustafa delivered the best bowling figures at Sheikh Rasik Stadium, taking 6 wickets for 18 runs on 2019-10-19. This spell represents the most wickets taken by a single bowler in a match at this venue. The 6/18 performance occurred near the end of the venue's T20I hosting run, which concluded on 2019-10-27. Mustafa's figures demonstrate the effectiveness of bowling attacks in the later years of the stadium's T20I history.
These individual records provide context for the team totals observed at the venue. The highest team total of 189/3 by Scotland on 2017-01-14 occurred in the same year as Anwar's century. The lowest team total of 66/9 by Nigeria on 2019-10-26 was recorded just before the final match at the ground. The contrast between these team scores reflects the varying conditions faced by teams over the decade of T20I cricket at Sheikh Rasik Stadium.
Match history and key fixtures
Matches at this venue spanned nearly a decade, beginning on 2010-10-26 and concluding with a fixture on 2019-10-27. Over this period, the ground hosted a total of 41 T20I encounters, establishing itself as a consistent stop for international sides touring the United Arab Emirates. The concentration of games within this nine-year window highlights the stadium's role in the regional calendar, providing a reliable home for bilateral series and tri-nation tournaments alike.
The frequency of play allowed for diverse team performances across the years. Oman emerged as the most active team at the venue, appearing in 10 separate matches. This high volume of fixtures for a single side underscores the strategic importance of the Al Ain ground for the Sultanate's cricket development and scheduling. Other nations also utilized the venue regularly, contributing to the competitive depth of the 41-match sample size.
Statistical extremes defined the era of play between 2010 and 2019. The highest team total recorded was 189/3, achieved by Scotland on 2017-01-14. In contrast, the lowest team total was 66/9, posted by Nigeria on 2019-10-26. These figures illustrate the varying pitch conditions and batting challenges presented to visitors over the decade. The gap between the highest and lowest scores reflects the unpredictable nature of T20I cricket at this specific location.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
The highest team total is 189/3, set by Scotland on 14 January 2017.
What is the lowest team total at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
The lowest team total is 66/9, recorded by Nigeria on 26 October 2019.
Who holds the batting record at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
Shaiman Anwar holds the record for the highest individual batting score with 117 runs, scored on 14 April 2017.
Who holds the bowling record at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
Rohan Mustafa holds the record for the best bowling figures with 6/18, achieved on 19 October 2019.
Which team has played the most matches at Sheikh Rasik Stadium?
Oman is the most active team at the venue, having played 10 matches.
Summary
Sheikh Rasik Stadium hosted its first T20I on 26 October 2010 and its most recent on 27 October 2019, with a total of 41 matches played. Key records include Scotland's highest total of 189/3, Nigeria's lowest total of 66/9, Shaiman Anwar's highest individual score of 117, and Rohan Mustafa's best bowling figures of 6/18.
See also
- T20I Records at McLean Park, Napier
- T20I Records at Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst
- T20I Records at Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2)
- T20I Records at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
- T20I Records at Providence Stadium, Guyana
- T20I Records at Happy Valley Ground