IPL 2025: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Pitch Report & Stats Ahead of PBKS vs RCB Match

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 37 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on April 20. This will be the first afternoon fixture at this venue and also the last home game for PBKS in Mullanpur before they shift base to Dharamsala.

The Mullanpur pitch has largely favoured batting, with the average first innings score sitting at 176. In three games this season, teams batting first have crossed the 200-run mark twice, underlining the run-scoring potential at this new venue.

However, the last match produced a surprising result, with the lowest-ever total successfully defended in IPL history—despite the surface not appearing too challenging. This reflects that bowlers with smart variations, especially spinners and those using change of pace, can still be effective here.

This being the first day game at the ground adds another layer of unpredictability, as hotter conditions could dry out the surface and bring spinners further into the contest. That said, with the quick outfield and relatively even bounce, batters will continue to find value for their shots if they settle in. Dew won’t be a factor in this afternoon clash, meaning teams might lean slightly toward batting first and setting a target.

Punjab Kings may carry a slight edge, having already played multiple games at the venue this season and being familiar with its subtleties. However, Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s power-packed batting lineup could relish the batting-friendly conditions too, setting the stage for a cracking high-scoring encounter.

IPL Stats at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh

• Matches Played: 8
• Matches Won Batting First: 5
• Matches Won Batting Second: 3
• Matches With No Result: 0
• Matches Tied: 0
• Average First Innings Score: 176
• Highest Team Total: 219
• Highest Total Successfully Chased: 175