The PCA New Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur has gone from a planned venue to a ground with a record Test win and an ODI series decider in just two years. India’s innings victory over Afghanistan in June and West Indies’ chase in October both happened here. We checked the stadium’s facts, results and rare numbers.
Key Takeaways
- India beat Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs here in June 2026.
- West Indies chased down India’s 351/7 in the third ODI on October 3.
- The ground holds about 38,000 fans and cost a reported ₹230 crore.
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What is the PCA New Cricket Stadium?
The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, also called the New PCA Stadium, is in New Chandigarh (Mullanpur), Mohali District, Punjab. It is owned and run by the Punjab Cricket Association and holds up to 38,000 spectators. It is now Punjab’s main international venue.
What are the key facts?
Here is a quick fact sheet for the venue.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official name | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium |
| Common names | PCA New Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur Stadium |
| Capacity | 38,000 |
| Owner and operator | Punjab Cricket Association |
| Area | 41.95 acres |
| Reported cost | ₹230 crore |
The details come from the stadium’s reference page.
When was it planned and built?
The PCA announced the project in March 2010. Construction work began in 2017, and the plan was driven by former PCA and BCCI president IS Bindra. The ground became the home of the Punjab Kings from the 2024 IPL season. The PCA New Cricket Stadium took more than a decade to open.
What makes the ground different?
The venue has a herringbone drainage system that clears water within 25 to 30 minutes of rain. The field uses sand instead of conventional soil, which is more stable but harder to maintain. Our analysis suggests this setup helps matches restart quickly after showers.
What did the dressing rooms add?
The two international-grade dressing rooms have steam, sauna and ice bath facilities and a fully equipped gym. If you follow Indian venues closely, you will know that recovery facilities are now a standard for new grounds. Those features matter during a five-day Test.
Who is the stadium named after?
It is named after Yadavindra Singh, the ninth and last ruling Maharaja of Patiala. On December 11, 2025, the PCA also named two stands after Yuvraj Singh and Harmanpreet Kaur. That is a rare tribute to both a men’s and a women’s star.
What happened in the record Test?
In the one-off Test from June 6, India made 564/8 declared, and Afghanistan were bowled out for 152 and 112. KL Rahul and Shubman Gill scored centuries, and India reached 368/3 on day one. The match was over in three days.
| Team | First innings | Second innings |
|---|---|---|
| India | 564/8 declared (127 overs) | Did not bat |
| Afghanistan | 152 (58.4 overs) | 112 (35.5 overs) |
| Result | India won by an innings and 300 runs |
The scores come from the match scorecard.
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Why is the margin historic?
The win was India’s biggest innings victory in Test history, ahead of the innings and 272 runs against West Indies at Rajkot in 2018. That is a big step up, because the previous best stood for eight years. Mullanpur now owns the record.
| Rank | Margin | Opponent | Venue and year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Innings and 300 runs | Afghanistan | Mullanpur, 2026 |
| 2 | Innings and 272 runs | West Indies | Rajkot, 2018 |
| 3 | Innings and 262 runs | Afghanistan | Bengaluru, 2018 |
| 4 | Innings and 239 runs | Bangladesh | Mirpur, 2007 |
How did the spinners do?
India’s attack was led by spinners, including Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar and debutant Manav Suthar. Suthar took four wickets on debut. Our analysis suggests the surface suited slow bowlers from day two.
What happened in the ODI on October 3?
India scored 351/7 in their 50 overs, and West Indies won by five wickets in the third ODI. KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 129 for India. The ICC later fined both teams for slow over-rates in the match. A 352-run chase is a big result for any venue.
How did the ODI series finish?
India had already won the first two ODIs. They won the first by eight wickets, chasing 295, and the second by eight wickets, chasing 405. The third match at the PCA New Cricket Stadium gave West Indies a consolation win and a 2-1 series scoreline.
| ODI | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st (Sep 27) | Thiruvananthapuram | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd (Sep 30) | Guwahati | India won by 8 wickets |
| 3rd (Oct 3) | Mullanpur | West Indies won by 5 wickets |
What was the first men’s T20I?
The ground hosted its first men’s T20I on December 11, 2025, when India played South Africa in the second match of a five-match series. It was the first day-night match at the venue in December, so fans were told to dress warmly. Cold weather was part of the story.
When did international cricket first arrive?
The first international event came in September 2025, when the India and Australia women’s teams played two matches before the World Cup. The women’s ODIs were played on September 14 and 17. That means the PCA New Cricket Stadium hosted women’s cricket before men’s.
What international matches has it hosted?
This table lists the main fixtures so far.
| Date | Format | Teams |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 and 17, 2025 | Women’s ODIs | India vs Australia |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Men’s T20I | India vs South Africa |
| Jun 6-8, 2026 | Test | India vs Afghanistan |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Men’s ODI | India vs West Indies |
How has it performed in the IPL?
In the first 11 IPL matches played here, the team batting first won six times. Ashutosh Sharma hit 12 sixes, and Prabhsimran Singh hit 19 fours, the most at the venue in early IPL seasons. That is a balanced record, with only a slight edge for the side batting first.
What do pitch reports say?
For T20s, a competitive first-innings total was expected to be in the mid-160s. Dew can help the chasing side, and early moisture can help pacers before spinners take over. If you plan to bet or predict, toss and dew matter at the PCA New Cricket Stadium.
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How does it compare with the old Mohali ground?
The old IS Bindra Stadium hosted its first men’s Test in December 1994, and its last men’s Test in March 2022 against Sri Lanka. Its last men’s ODI was in September 2023, and its last T20I was in January 2024. Mullanpur has taken over the big matches.
| Feature | IS Bindra Stadium (Mohali) | PCA New Cricket Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| First men’s Test | Dec 1994 | Jun 2026 |
| Last men’s Test | Mar 2022 | Jun 2026 |
| Last men’s ODI | Sep 2023 | Oct 2026 |
| Last men’s T20I | Jan 2024 | Dec 2025 |
What are the rare stats?
These are the numbers few reports mention.
- India’s 300-run innings win is the largest innings margin in their Test history.
- West Indies chased 352 in the ODI on October 3.
- The venue’s first men’s T20I came after its women’s ODIs.
- The drainage system clears water in 25 to 30 minutes.
What comes next for the venue?
The stadium was not selected as a venue for the T20 World Cup matches. We expect the PCA to keep pushing for more IPL, Test and ODI fixtures. We will update this page when new matches are announced.
What should fans watch next?
First, watch whether the Punjab Kings use the venue’s balanced pitch better in IPL 2027. Second, watch for future Test fixtures, since the first one produced a record. Third, track whether the PCA New Cricket Stadium becomes a regular ODI host. For more cricket updates and venue analysis, visit Cricket Team Match. This ground is quickly becoming a top Indian venue.
