Seating Capacity: 23,000 spectators
End: River End and College End
Place: Dharmsala, Himachal Pradesh.
(Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium) is a cricket stadium located in the city of Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh. The stadium was built in 2003 by Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association.
History of HPCA Stadium
Impressive feature is its openness and small-sized stands, which allow for winds to sweep across, giving fast bowlers assistance in the air. The venue is unique in India as it is situated at a height of 1,457 m (4,780 ft 2 in) above sea level and has snow capped mountains in the backdrop. Just behind the stadium is Govt. College of Dharamshala which was built during the British Empire.
Pitch Report: Batting pitch
The stadium pitch is considered to be batting friendly, where runs are very easy to come and toss will be a deciding factor for the captain.
Significance/Achievements:
The first international team that played here was the Pakistan national cricket team, that played a tour match against an Indian Board President's XI in 2005.
First Match:
Pakistan Vs India
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