One of the key grounds, the Barkatullah Khan Stadium in Jodhpur, is set to be the stage for the first week of matches. The Barkatullah Khan Stadium, nestled in Jodhpur, will be a significant location for the Legends League Cricket 2024. This venue will kick off the tournament with the opening match featuring Konark Suryas Odisha against Manipal Tigers on September 20. The stadium will host a total of six matches in the initial phase of the tournament. Here's a detailed look at what to expect from the pitch and playing conditions in Jodhpur. Pitch and Playing Conditions The pitch at Barkatullah Khan Stadium is generally more favorable to batters. Historically, it has shown a tendency to support high-scoring games, which suggests that teams could see plenty of runs throughout the tournament. The average first innings score here stands at 242, while the average second innings score is just slightly higher at 243 (from 2 ODIs). This balance indicates that while both innings can be competitive, chasing teams have a slight edge. Historical Data In terms of past records, the Barkatullah Khan Stadium has hosted two One Day Internationals (ODIs). In these matches, teams chasing the target have been more successful, winning both games. The highest total recorded at the ground is 284/9, achieved by Zimbabwe against India, while the lowest total was 201/10, also by India against the West Indies. This shows that the pitch can accommodate high-scoring games but also provides some assistance to bowlers when chasing. Domestic T20 Statistics For domestic T20 matches, Barkatullah Khan Stadium has hosted 19 games. In these fixtures, the chasing team has come out victorious 14 times, compared to just 5 wins for teams batting first. The highest score in domestic T20s at this venue is 231, while the lowest is a mere 67. This data highlights a clear trend: teams prefer to chase at this ground, benefiting from the pitch conditions that favor batting in the second innings. Schedule of LLC 2024 Games in Jodhpur Friday, September 20 Konark Suryas Odisha vs Manipal Tigers Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 7:00 PM Saturday, September 21 India Capitals vs Toyam Hyderabad Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 3:00 PM Sunday, September 22 Toyam Hyderabad vs Gujarat Greats Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 3:00 PM Monday, September 23 Southern Super Stars vs Gujarat Greats Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 7:00 PM Wednesday, September 25 India Capitals vs Southern Super Stars Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 7:00 PM Thursday, September 26 Southern Super Stars vs Gujarat Greats Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur 7:00 PM The Barkatullah Khan Stadium in Jodhpur is set to offer an exciting start to the LLC 2024. With its batting-friendly pitch and historical preference for chasing teams, fans can expect high-scoring games and thrilling finishes.