Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report
Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh · Capacity: 23,000
Pitch Character
176
Avg 1st Innings
164
Avg 2nd Innings
69m
Straight Boundary
Key Stats
176
Avg 1st Innings
164
Avg 2nd Innings
50%
Chase Win %
23,000
Capacity
59-69m
Boundary Size
1,457m
Altitude
Highest T20 Score
226/6 (PBKS vs CSK, 2023)
Lowest T20 Score
68/10 (KXIP vs CSK, 2019)
Dream11 Fantasy Tips for Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
- 1Back aggressive top-order batters — the thin air at altitude helps the ball fly off the bat
- 2Swing bowlers thrive in the cool mountain conditions, especially in day games
- 3Short square boundaries mean inventive batters score heavily with sweeps and pulls
- 4Dew is minimal at this altitude — the toss advantage is less pronounced than other venues
Best Records at This Venue
Best Batting Record
KL Rahul — 368 runs in 12 IPL matches at this venue
Best Bowling Record
Sandeep Sharma — 16 wickets in 10 IPL matches at this venue
About Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Dhauladhar mountains, the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala is one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in the world. The high altitude (1,457m) and thin mountain air mean the ball carries further, producing high-scoring contests. Pace bowlers who swing the ball in the cool mountain air can be devastating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pitch like at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium?
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala has a batting-friendly pitch. The pace vs spin ratio is 65:35 pace-dominant. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Dhauladhar mountains, the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala is one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in the world. The high altitude (1,457m) and thin mountain air mean the ball carries further, producing high-scoring contests. Pace bowlers who swing the ball in the cool mountain air can be devastating.
What is the average T20 score at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium?
The average first innings T20 score at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is 176, while the average second innings score is 164. The highest T20 score here is 226/6 (PBKS vs CSK, 2023).
Should you bat first or chase at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium?
The dew factor at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium is low. The toss does not have a massive impact here, and batting first is a perfectly valid strategy. Teams can defend totals comfortably at this ground.