Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Sharjah Cricket Stadium, located in the heart of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, is one of the most iconic venues in world cricket. Known for its rich history and passionate crowds, the stadium has hosted international matches since the 1980s and remains a favorite destination for cricket lovers across the globe. With a seating capacity of around 16,000, it has been a witness to countless memorable moments, including thrilling one-day internationals, high-scoring encounters, and record-breaking performances.
Sharjah gained worldwide recognition during the 1984–2003 period when it became the hub for neutral-venue ODIs, hosting teams like India and Pakistan amidst political tensions. It holds a Guinness World Record for staging the most number of ODIs at a single venue, a testament to its importance in cricketing history. The ground is renowned for its batting-friendly pitches, short boundaries, and electric atmosphere, making it a true landmark in the sport.
T20 Internationals – Ground Records and Statistics
| Category | Record / Statistic |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 51 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 3 (5.88%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 7 (13.73%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 41 (80.39%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 33 (64.71%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 18 (35.29%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 30 (58.82%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 21 (41.18%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 118* – Mohammad Shahzad (Afghanistan) |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 5/13 – Samiullah Shinwari (Afghanistan) |
| Highest Team Innings | 215/6 – Afghanistan |
| Lowest Team Innings | 38/10 – Hong Kong |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 206/8 – United Arab Emirates |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 21.10 |
| Average Runs per Over | 7.49 |
| Average Score Batting First | 156 |
One Day Internationals – Ground Records and Statistics
| Category | Record / Statistic |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 255 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 2 (0.78%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 6 (2.35%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 245 (96.08%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 135 (52.53%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 118 (45.91%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 122 (47.47%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 131 (50.97%) |
| Matches Tied | 2 (0.78%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 189 – ST Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 7/30 – M Muralitharan (Sri Lanka) |
| Highest Team Innings | 364/7 – Pakistan |
| Lowest Team Innings | 54 – India |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 285/2 – Australia |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 28.30 |
| Average Runs per Over | 4.59 |
| Average Score Batting First | 223 |
Test Cricket – Ground Records and Statistics
| Category | Record / Statistic |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 9 |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 8 (88.89%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 4 (44.44%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 4 (44.44%) |
| Matches Won Winning Toss | 3 (33.33%) |
| Matches Won Losing Toss | 5 (55.56%) |
| Matches Drawn | 1 (11.11%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 202 – BB McCullum (New Zealand) |
| Best Bowling (Innings) | 7/94 – MD Craig (New Zealand) |
| Best Bowling (Match) | 10/203 – MD Craig (New Zealand) |
| Highest Team Innings | 690 – New Zealand |
| Lowest Team Innings | 53 – Pakistan |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 302/5 – Pakistan |
| Average Opening Stand (Runs) | 27.55 |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 31.07 |
| Average Runs per Over | 3.02 |
| Average Score Batting First | 353 |