Pitch report

The pitch at the Wankhede Stadium looks like a very good batting surface.

With clear skies and no weather concerns, conditions are set fair for cricket. The short boundaries mean there's little margin for error for bowlers.

There is a light covering of grass, so the fast bowlers might get some help early on with the new ball. But once that initial phase passes, the pitch should settle nicely and the ball is expected to come onto the bat, making stroke play easier.

In simple terms, it looks like a typical Wankhede track--quick outfield, true bounce, and plenty of runs on offer. Teams winning the toss will likely prefer to chase.