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'Building another avenue of growth...': IPL chairman Arun Dhumal bats for hybrid cricket pitches in India

NEW DELHI: The unveiling of India's first-ever hybrid pitch at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala marked a historic moment for Indian cricket. In the presence of dignitaries including Arun Dhumal, chairman of the Indian Premier League (IPL), and Paul Taylor, former England international cricketer and SIS's…

The Times of India · May 6, 2024

IPL-17 | Technology comes to the rescue of practice pitches at Dharamshala

HPCA upgrades practice facilities in Dharamshala with hybrid pitches by SISGrass, enhancing quality for IPL teams.

The Hindu · May 6, 2024

'Pehle tu jaa': MS Dhoni's arrival at No.9 for the first time sparks meme fest on the internet

NEW DELHI: Unprecedented scenes surprised spectators at the HPCA stadium in Dharamsala and fans on the internet alike as MS Dhoni walked out to bat at the No.9 spot for Chennai Super Kings in their match against Punjab Kings on Sunday.

The Times of India · May 5, 2024

Jos Buttler gives Ben Stokes fitness update for England vs Bangladesh in Cricket World Cup

Ben Stokes misses England’s opening game of World Cup 2023 due to hip issue

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2023

World Cup: Afghanistan coach Trott slams Dharamsala outfield

NEW DELHI: The outfield at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala has come under criticism post the World Cup tie between Bangladesh and Afghanistan on Saturday. TOI had reported on September 16 that the International Cricket Council (ICC) had raised concerns over the outfield which was then heavily infested by fungus.

The Times of India · Oct 8, 2023

The charm of the Himalayas and the comfort of an international stadium

HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh, set against the backdrop of the Dhauladhar ranges, is ready to host the ODI World Cup. It has 20,200 seats, 17 corporate boxes, 800-capacity club lounge, 10 practice pitches, anti-dew spray, 12 entry points, 3 WC pitches, 3 parking lots, 26 restrooms, and medical…

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Ahead of World Cup, concerns over fungus-infected Dharamsala outfield

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket board’s (BCCI) preparation for hosting the ODI World Cup next month has hit another hurdle. With just about three weeks to go for the tournament to get under way, there are concerns over the condition of the outfield at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA)…

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

Doubts over Dharamsala as venue for third India-Australia Test: Report

NEW DELHI: The third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy which was scheduled to take place at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala might be shifted out as per a ESPNCricinfo report.

The Times of India · Feb 11, 2023