Published on: Apr 27, 2023 11:30 am IST|Updated on: Apr 27, 2023 11:31 am IST
Punjab Kings will be back in action at their home, i.e., the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali against Lucknow Super Giants. This will be the 38th match of the competition and third game to be hosted at this venue. How will the surface behave for this match? Let’s discuss.
The IS Bindra Stadium pitch in Mohali is considered to be the fastest of the surfaces in the country. However, what we have seen so far in the two matches played here, one could easily suggest that the surface is already slower than expected. The new ball might do a lot in the air with breeze flowing, whereas, the spinners could come into play in the middle overs, especially the wrist spinners. Take a look at the stats of the venue,
Talking about the weather, Mohali has a subtropical climate characterized by hot and humid summers lasting from April to June. On game days, temperatures can reach as high as 36°-40° Celsius in the afternoon with no chance of precipitation.
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Lucknow Super Giants at PCA Stadium in Mohali
This would be the first appearance for Lucknow Super Giants at this venue. Being one of the new teams in IPL, LSG are yet to play at this venue.
Punjab Kings at PCA Stadium in Mohali
Matches Played: 59 Won: 31 Lost: 28 NR/Tie: 0/0
The two teams have played only two games between them, and both share the honors 1-1. Take a look at the numbers below,
Apart from the very first game played at this venue in this season, none of the other matches have been high scoring. The average first innings score at the venue has been 173 this season. Batters will be looking to make the most of the new ball as it will come on to the bat nicely. Therefore, expect batters to dominate the game with pacers getting some assistance of the surface.
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