The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, is set to host the IPL 2025 clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). While Punjab Kings have shown some good cricket in the tournament so far, CSK are having a very hard time in IPL 2025 as they look to make a comeback in the PBKS vs CSK IPL 2025 match.
Maharaja Yadavindra Stadium pitch report
The pitch at this venue has shown a balanced nature, offering opportunities for both batters and bowlers to make an impact. Historically, the surface at Mullanpur has been favorable for batters, with good bounce and pace allowing them to play their strokes freely. High-scoring matches are often on the cards here, as evidenced by the venue’s track record. However, bowlers, especially spinners, have also found success, with the pitch providing some grip and turn. In fact, spinners have recorded an impressive economy rate of 7.08 at this ground in previous IPL seasons, making them a key factor in the middle overs.
The average first-innings score at this stadium stands at 167, indicating that teams batting first should aim for a competitive total of around 180 or more to put pressure on the chasing side. The large square boundaries at the venue also add an interesting dimension, as batters tend to target the shorter straight boundaries for big hits.
Given the conditions, the toss could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the match. Teams winning the toss might prefer to chase, as the pitch tends to remain consistent throughout the game, and dew in the evening could make it challenging for bowlers to grip the ball.
