When India play T20 internationals at Nagpur, spin often becomes a key factor and Axar Patel has already shown how effective he can be at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium. Even with limited appearances at this venue, Axar impact has been immediate and match-changing.
With India facing New Zealand in a crucial T20I ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, Axar past performance at this ground puts him firmly in focus once again.
Axar Patel T20I Record at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium
Axar Patel has played 1 T20I match at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium so far, and his bowling figures from that game underline his value as a middle-overs enforcer.
| Matches | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0 | 13 | 2 | 2/13 | 6.50 | 6.50 | 6.00 |
Match-by-Match T20I Performance at Nagpur
| Date | M/Inns | Versus | Ground | Batsman Dismissed | Overs | Wickets | S/R | E/R | Wkts | Avg |
| 23/09/2022 | 1st | Australia | Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium | G J Maxwell (b) | 2.0 | 2/13 | 6.00 | 6.50 | 1 | 6.50 |
| T H David (b) | 2 |
The Nagpur pitch often offers grip and assistance to spinners, especially those who bowl fast and straight. Axar strength lies in his stump-to-stump accuracy and quick pace through the air, making it difficult for batters to line him up. An economy rate of 6.50 at this ground reflects control, while his strike rate of 6.00 shows how quickly he can break partnerships.
