![]() Out of all the Test matches that have been played here have ended in a draw, due to the lifeless pitches, which of course is responsible for the soil type of this region, as it does not help pace and bounce. For a long time no international matches were held in this stadium until of course the authorities concerned prepared a cricket friendly pitch. Traditionally the pitches at Green Park have been batsman friendly. The last of the three centuries by Mohammad Azharuddin during his incredible debut were hit at his venue itself. In almost all the matches that have been played here have provides runs. In 1986-87, India Vs Sri Lanka match totals runs scored was 1096 and losing only 17 wickets. The fantastic inning of 45 balls century by Afridi was hit at this very ground. |