Punjab Kings (PBKS) And Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face off in a highly anticipated match Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Sunday at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala.
PBKS will go into the game full of confidence after two consecutive wins while CSK will be looking to bounce back after a loss in their last game.
IPL Stats and Records at HPCA Stadium:
- Total Matches: 11
- Batting 1. Won: 6
- Batting 2. Won: 5
- Highest total: 232/2 in 20 overs by Punjab Kings against Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Lowest overall value: 116 all out in 19 overs by Punjab Kings against Deccan Chargers
- Highest successful run chase: 195/4 in 19.4 overs by Chennai Super Kings against Punjab Kings
- Average first shot score: 180
HPCA Stadium Pitch Report:
The HPCA Stadium is widely regarded as a batsman-friendly pitch, known for its bounce that aids fast bowlers. Historically, it has been a venue for high-scoring games. Due to its height above sea level, the pitch is expected to provide momentum with the new ball, favoring pace bowlers who can utilize off-field movement. However, spinners generally find little support on this surface as only minimal rotation is possible. Consequently, it promises to be an ideal batting track, offering occasional bounce and movement to the pacers.
Weather forecast for Dharamsala:
The weather forecast for Dharamshala promises ideal conditions for cricket. Expect clear skies throughout the day with no rain in sight. Temperatures are expected to remain around 27 degrees Celsius, ensuring a comfortable experience for players and spectators alike. Furthermore, gentle breezes with a speed of no more than 14 kilometers per hour and moderate humidity of around 36% create a perfect cricket atmosphere. Overall, the conditions are ideal for an exciting day of cricket.
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Squad:
Punjab Kings: Shikhar Dhawan, Prabhsimran Singh, Jonny Bairstow, Sikandar Raza, Jitesh Sharma (week), Sam Curran (c), Harshal Patel, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Harpreet Brar, Nathan Ellis, Shivam Singh, Chris Woakes, Liam Livingstone , Rilee Rossouw, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Rishi Dhawan, Shashank Singh, Tanay Thyagarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Atharva Taide, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Prince Choudhary, Vishwanath Singh
Chennai Super Kings: Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Sameer Rizvi, Daryl Mitchell, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Moeen Ali, Devon Conway, Mustafizur Rahman, Mitchell Santner , Tushar Deshpande, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Prashant Solanki, Mukesh Choudhary, Simarjeet Singh, RS Hangargekar, Shaik Rasheed, Nishant Sindhu, Aravelly Avanish