Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Match

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of PBKS vs RCB Qualifier 1 Match

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will lock horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2025 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh on May 29. The high-stakes clash is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST, with a direct ticket to the final up for grabs for the winner.

The surface at Mullanpur has generally been fair to batters, with an average first-innings score of 174 across nine matches. Crucially, three out of the last four completed games at this venue have been won by teams batting first, making toss decisions vital in this crunch game. The pitch typically offers true bounce and good carry, with enough pace for strokeplay, but batters will still need to pace their innings smartly due to occasional grip from the surface.

While this is a relatively new IPL venue, the sample size has shown a balanced contest between bat and ball, with pacers getting some assistance early on and spinners coming into play in the middle overs. The hot conditions expected on the evening could further dry out the pitch, potentially favoring sides that bat first and bowl with scoreboard pressure.

As for the venue advantage, Punjab Kings have made this their fortress in IPL 2025, having adapted quickly to the new conditions. Their comfort in defending totals here gives them a slight edge. However, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with their powerful batting lineup and recent run of form, will be no pushovers. Expect a tightly fought battle with strategy, composure, and adaptability playing a decisive role.

IPL Stats at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh

  • Matches Played: 9
  • Matches Won Batting First: 5
  • Matches Won Batting Second: 4
  • Matches With No Result: 1
  • Matches Tied: 0
  • Average First Innings Score: 174
  • Highest Team Total: 219
  • Highest Total Successfully Chased: 174
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