Dubai, Sept. 10 -- India won the toss and opted to field in today's contest against UAE, aiming to leverage the conditions on a fresh pitch that could offer early assistance to bowlers. The decision comes as both teams look to make the most of a surface that appears to be a challenging mix of grass, cracks, and bare patches, potentially making batting unpredictable.
Commentators Russell Arnold and Sanjay Manjrekar described the day as much calmer compared to previous matches in terms of heat. The boundary dimensions are notably uneven, with one side measuring 62 meters and the other 75 meters, which could influence scoring patterns and field placements.
They noted that the newly laid pitch has 4 mm of grass on it, and while one end has a ...