Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Pitch Report

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Batting Conditions

Pace Bowling

Spin Bowling

Win Bat First 0%

Win Bowl First 100%

Highest Total

477/10 (124.1) vs ENG

IND vs ENG

Lowest Total

0/0 (0.0) vs IND

IND vs ENG

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium also known as the Dharamshala Cricket Stadium is nestled in the beautiful hill station of Dharamshala. It is perched at an impressive altitude of 1,457 metres above sea level making it one of the highest cricket grounds in the world. This stadium was established in 2003 and has a seating capacity of 21,200. It serves as the home ground of the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Team and the IPL team Punjab Kings.

Stadium Details

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch of Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is typically hard and bouncy with a thick coverage of grass. This adds to the challenge for the batsmen but gives an exciting view to the audience. The pitch has good bounce and carry which benefits batsmen with their shots on the rise. This can also pose a challenge if they misjudge the bounce.

The soil composition at HPCA Stadium is loamy and the pitch surface is sluggish. The pacers might find assistance from the retained moisture on a cloudy day. The pitch’s bounce also favors the pacers with fast bowls, taking over the batsmen in the initial overs. In the later overs, spinners are at an advantage making it crucial for them to vary their pace and line to deceive the bowlers.

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Records

IPL Records

• Total Match Played: 11

• Batting First Wins: 06

• Batting Second Wins: 05

• Tie/Draw/No Result: 00

• Average 1st Innings Score: 180 runs

• Highest Total Scored: PBKS (232/2) vs RCB

• Lowest Total Scored: PBKS (116/10) vs DC

IPL 2024 Matches at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium IPL 2024 Tickets

The tickets for the two blockbuster matches scheduled at this venue between Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings will be released on 2nd May, 2024 on Bookmyshow website and the second match at this venue this IPL season and the final home game for Punjab Kings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru scheduled on 9th May, 2024. The tickets for this match will probabaly be availabe for sale from 6th May, 2024. 

FAQ’s

Whеrе is the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium located?
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, also known as Dharamshala Stadium, is located in Dharamshala town of Himachal Pradesh in India.             

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report?
The pitch at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is known for its good bounce and carry which benefits the batsmen with good shots. In the initial overs, the pacers benefit from the pitch’s bounce which assists them in fast bowls. In the later overs, spinners are at an advantage making it crucial for them to vary their pace and line to deceive the bowlers.

Recent Games played at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala, India

Upcoming Games on Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala, India

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