ODI World Cup 2023: Pakistan vs Bangladesh Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Eden Gardens Stadium, Kolkata

Pakistan (PAK) and Bangladesh (BAN) are set to face each other in a crucial match in the ICC World Cup 2023. Both teams have been struggling in the tournament so far and are desperate for a win. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, October 31, at the iconic Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata, promises to be an exciting encounter.

Pakistan, led by captain Babar Azam, have had a mixed campaign, winning only two out of their six matches. They started well with victories against the Netherlands and Sri Lanka but suffered four consecutive losses to India, Australia, Afghanistan, and South Africa.

Bangladesh, under the leadership of Shakib Al Hasan, has also had a turbulent journey in the World Cup 2023. They managed to secure a solitary win against Afghanistan but faltered against England, New Zealand, India, South Africa, and the Netherlands.

This match holds immense significance for both teams as they aim to break their losing streaks and get back on track. 

Clear skies Expected during Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Match 31, World Cup 2023 Game

The weather forecast for Kolkata on match day is promising, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures. On Tuesday, October 31, Kolkata is expected to experience a daytime temperature of 32°C, which will drop to 22°C at night. The skies are forecasted to remain clear throughout the day and night, with a minimal 5% chance of rain during the day and 4% at night, indicating that the PAK vs BAN match is unlikely to be disrupted by rain. Humidity levels will start at 55% during the day and increase to 70% at night.

Pitch report of Eden Garden Stadium:

The Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata is famous for hosting high-scoring matches. In One Day Internationals (ODIs), the average first innings total at this venue is 241, while the second innings usually sees an average score of 203. The highest total ever recorded at this stadium is 404/5, achieved by India against Sri Lanka.

However, the last match held here between the Netherlands and Bangladesh was a low-scoring affair. As the game progresses, batting is expected to become easier, but initially, batters will need to take some time to adjust to the conditions before going all out.

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