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HPCA Stadium Dharamsala Pitch Report For IND Vs NZ World Cup Match

image-lnzk1deaHPCA Stadium, Dharamsala [X.com]

On Sunday, two top-ranked teams in the World Cup 2023 points table, India and New Zealand, will lock horns with each other in the 21st group-stage game of the marquee event. Both teams have been undefeated in the competition, so we hope to witness a nail-biter at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. 

Both teams have had a stellar run in the tournament, securing four consecutive victories to claim the top two spots in the standings. However, they have a few concerns, with Kane Williamson and Hardik Pandya set to miss this high-octane clash due to injury. 

Bruised but not broken, India and New Zealand will battle it out for supremacy on Super Sunday. Ahead of this fascinating clash, let's see how the pitch is expected to play throughout the game. 


HPCA Stadium Dharamsala Pitch Report

The HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala has one of the most balanced pitches in this World Cup. The batters have enjoyed playing shots, with the track's pace and bounce aiding in stroke play. More importantly, they have been rewarded for taking the aerial route, as the ball travels faster here than in the other venues. 

Meanwhile, the seamers have got more swing in Dharamsala as compared to the other venues. Although the seam movement for the pacers has been marginal, the spinners have found a hint of turn in all three games. 

So, we expect a hard surface with a tinge of grass to hold it throughout the day. Considering it's the fourth match in Dharamsala, there could be some uneven bounce at times, which the seamers can exploit by hitting the deck hard. Overall, it will be a decent surface to bat on, with the toss-winner likely to field first, keeping the track record and dew in mind.