The recently constructed Mullanpur Stadium by the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) is poised to become the home ground for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2024. The Secretary of PCA Dilsher Khanna has confirmed to a news agency that officials from PBKS have inspected the Mullanpur Stadium. It has also made it highly probable that IPL 2024 matches will take place at this venue.
In the past few weeks, there were speculations about the India vs Afghanistan T20I match taking place at the Mullanpur Stadium in January. However, the PCA Secretary clarified to News18 that certain pending work is still to be completed at the venue. As a result, the fixture will be held at the PCA IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali.
The official X account of the Punjab Cricket Association shared a video showcasing the newly constructed Mullanpur Stadium, announcing its readiness for IPL 2024. Dilsher Khanna conducted a detailed tour of the stadium for media personnel, highlighting features such as the playing area, grandstands, and facilities available for players and fans.
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The wait is over ! PCA New Cricket Stadium will be ready soon for IPL 2024@dilsherkhanna pic.twitter.com/u6mMr4uLSR
— Punjab Cricket Association (@pcacricket) December 31, 2023
In addition to it, reports also indicate that the Mullanpur Stadium has a spectator capacity of approximately 30,000, with parking expected for around 1800 cars. Currently, 12 pitches are being prepared in the middle, and the net session area for players is situated adjacent to gate number one, the entrance for teams. The stadium features two spacious dressing rooms with amenities such as a sauna bath, buffet area, shower, and massage area dedicated to the players.
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