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Dharamsala Stadium Drainage System: When Will PBKS Vs DC Resume Once Rain Stops?

Anurag Dasgupta

PBKS Vs DC delayed [Source: AP Photo] PBKS Vs DC delayed [Source: AP Photo]

The inevitable happened and the toss for Punjab Kings Vs Delhi Capitals match at the Dharamsala Stadium was delayed due to persistent rain. As per Accuweather, there were rain predictions for throughout the evening and it came true as both the sides will now keep their fingers crossed.

The Stadium is one of the most beautiful grounds in the world, but how is their drainage facilities? How long does it take to soak up the water?.

Dharamsala Stadium Drainage System: How quickly can the game resume

Ahead of the 2023 World Cup in India, the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala installed a new drainage system as there were a handful of games which were played at this venue. It has a new air evacuation system which soaks up the water on the surface in quick time but at the same time it aerate the root zone which keeps the plants healthy. An underground reservoir and a plant room are part of this whole system

The Stadium has a SIS air-evacuation technology which helps to dry the surface in no time and the game takes about 15-30 minutes to resume once the rain stops.

What happens if PBKS Vs DC gets washed out?

Both Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals are fighting it out for the playoff spot and if rain abandons this contest, the consequences could be severe for the teams.

In case of a washout match, both the teams will get a point each, and that'll mean, PBKS will reach at 16 points from 12 games, but their qualification won't be confirmed.

On the other hand, a point will mean that DC will have 14 points, and will equal MI in points tally but will remain at fifth spot.