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Why Are PBKS Not Playing Their Home IPL 2025 Match vs LSG At Mullanpur Stadium?

Sakshi Sharma

HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala (Source:@XtraDismo,x.com)HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala (Source:@XtraDismo,x.com)

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will host Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala in Match 54 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on Sunday evening. With both sides in the thick of the playoff race, the contest promises to be a crucial turning point in the league stage.

PBKS & LSG's Tournament So Far

It is worth noting that LSG come into the game on the back of a six-day break, hoping to regroup after suffering back-to-back defeats at the hands of Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians. 

The Rishabh Pant-led team had a promising start to their campaign, securing five wins in their first eight matches. However, consecutive losses have disrupted their momentum, dropping them to sixth place in the points table with 10 points from 10 matches.

Punjab Kings enter this match with renewed confidence after a thrilling four-wicket win against CSK. Currently sitting fourth in the table with six wins from ten matches, PBKS have a golden opportunity to climb into the top two with a victory in Dharamsala. 

Why Is PBKS's Home Game Scheduled In Dharamsala?

Having said all this one of the most talked-about aspects of this match is the choice of venue. Traditionally, Punjab Kings have played their home games at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mohali. 

However, in IPL 2025, the franchise has once again chosen Dharamsala as their home ground, continuing a trend from the previous seasons.

This move could also reflect the BCCI's decision to broader initiative to spread the reach of IPL across more venues in India. By bringing matches to regions like Himachal Pradesh, the board aims to promote the sport in areas traditionally less exposed to high-profile cricket events.

 Interestingly, PBKS will play it's next match against Delhi Capitals on May 8 at the same venue.