India boasts more than 50 active cricket venues—more than any other cricket-playing nation. Among the newest additions is the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, a modern facility that has quickly gained attention in Indian cricket.
Also known as the New Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium or MYS International Cricket Stadium, this venue was built in 2021 and is owned and operated by the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA). It is named after Maharaja Yadavindra Singh, the ninth and last ruling Maharaja of Patiala.
With state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern amenities, this stadium is emerging as one of India’s premier cricket venues.
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium – Key Details
Located in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh (Punjab), the stadium is approximately:
20 minutes from Mohali
30 minutes from Chandigarh International Airport
Address: Mullanpur, District Mohali, Punjab – 140901
The stadium has a seating capacity of around 38,000, making it one of the largest cricket venues in India. It features:
Advanced drainage system
Covered stands
VIP lounges & media facilities
Modern player dressing rooms
LED floodlights for day-night matches
Pitch Report – Batting or Bowling Friendly?
The pitch at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium is made using a mix of red and black soil, which ensures firmness and durability.
Overall, it is considered a balanced surface with a slight advantage for batters.
Powerplay: Fast bowlers get swing and seam movement with the new ball
Middle overs: Pitch settles, allowing batters to play freely
Death overs: Slower balls and cutters become effective
Spinners: Get grip and turn as the pitch wears
Unlike extremely flat tracks like Wankhede or Chinnaswamy, this surface still offers enough assistance to bowlers, making it competitive.