Mohali Cricket Stadium

About this place

Mohali Cricket Stadium, commonly known as the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, is located on the outskirts of Chandigarh. Established in 1993, it is counted amongst the largest cricket stadiums in India, having a seating capacity of 45000 viewers. The stadium was inaugurated during the Hero Cup, a one day international match played between India and South Africa, on 22nd November 1993. The first test match was played in December 1994, between India and the West Indies. This stadium has also witnessed many ODIs, but arguably, the most exciting among all was the 1996 World Cup semi final between Australia and the West Indies. It is also home to the Kings XI Punjab, one of the teams of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Mohali Cricket Stadium, formally known as the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, is acclaimed as one of the largest cricket stadiums in the country. Mohali Cricket Stadium is also counted amongst some of the best places for the training of state cricket players.