Punjab Cricket Grounds at a Glance
| Stadium or Ground | City | Cricketing Role | Key Distinction |
|---|---|---|---|
| I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium | Mohali | International and domestic cricket | Established international venue since 1993 |
| Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium | Mullanpur / New Chandigarh | IPL and international cricket | Separate from the older Mohali stadium |
| Gandhi Sports Complex Ground | Amritsar | Historic international cricket | Hosted a men's ODI in 1995 |
| Gandhi Stadium | Jalandhar | Historic international cricket | Recorded Test and ODI history |
| Dhruve Pandove Stadium | Patiala | Domestic cricket | Includes Ranji Trophy history |
| Punjab Agricultural University Ground | Ludhiana | University cricket | Includes a turf pitch and practice nets |
This is a selected guide to six notable venues, not a complete inventory of every cricket ground in Punjab.
Punjab Cricket Grounds — Venue Profiles
I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali
I.S. Bindra Punjab Cricket Association Stadium is the established international cricket venue in Mohali. It opened in 1993 and hosted its first international match during the Hero Cup that year.
Mohali Stadium: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Mohali, Punjab |
| Opened | 1993 |
| International formats | Test, ODI and T20I |
| Also known as | PCA Stadium |
| Cricketing role | International and domestic cricket |
The names I.S. Bindra Stadium and PCA Stadium refer to the same Mohali venue. It should not be confused with the separate stadium in Mullanpur.
Explore more: Punjab cricket grounds directory.
How to Reach I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali
By train: Arrive at SAS Nagar Mohali railway station or Chandigarh railway station, then continue by cab or auto-rickshaw to I.S. Bindra Stadium in Sector 63.
By road: Use the full Sector 63, Mohali address when booking a cab. If arriving by intercity bus, continue from Mohali’s Phase 8 bus stand or Chandigarh’s Sector 43 or Sector 17 terminal by local transport.
By air: Fly to Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, whose terminal is in Mohali, and arrange a taxi to the stadium.
Before travelling: Follow your event’s entry and traffic instructions. This is the established Mohali stadium, not the newer venue in Mullanpur.
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium is located in Mullanpur, also referred to as New Chandigarh in cricket listings. It is a separate venue from I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali and hosts IPL and international cricket.
Mullanpur Stadium: Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Mullanpur / New Chandigarh, Punjab |
| Cricketing role | IPL and international cricket |
| Women's ODI milestone | India Women played Australia Women on 14 September 2025 |
| First men's international | India vs South Africa T20I, 11 December 2025 |
| Important distinction | A separate venue from Mohali Stadium |
In the women's ODI on 14 September 2025, Australia Women defeated India Women by eight wickets. In the men's T20I on 11 December 2025, South Africa defeated India by 51 runs.
These milestones distinguish the ground's international history from its IPL records.
Explore more: Mullanpur Stadium overview · IPL and international records · How to reach Mullanpur Stadium.
How to Reach Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur
By train: Chandigarh railway station is a practical arrival point. Continue by taxi or app cab to Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh.
By road: Approach Mullanpur from Chandigarh along the Chandigarh–Baddi route. Enter the full stadium name in your map or cab booking so you are not taken to I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali.
By air: Use Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, and arrange a road transfer to New Chandigarh.
Before travelling: Check your ticket and organiser’s notice for the entry road, gate and parking instructions. Do not assume an event shuttle is available.
Gandhi Sports Complex Ground, Amritsar
Gandhi Sports Complex Ground in Amritsar is part of Punjab's historic ODI record. India played New Zealand at this ground on 18 November 1995.
Amritsar Ground: Match Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Amritsar, Punjab |
| Notable format | Men's ODI |
| Recorded match | India vs New Zealand |
| Match date | 18 November 1995 |
| Historical result | India won by six wickets |
New Zealand were dismissed for 145, and India reached 146/4 to win the match. Manoj Prabhakar took five wickets for 33 runs.
This historical match establishes the ground's place in Punjab's cricket history. It does not confirm current international fixtures or public visiting arrangements.
How to Reach Gandhi Sports Complex Ground, Amritsar
By train: Travel to Amritsar railway station, then take a local cab or auto-rickshaw to Gandhi Sports Complex Ground. Confirm the ground’s map pin before starting the final transfer.
By road: Ask for Gandhi Sports Complex Ground, also listed as Gandhi Ground Stadium, in INA Colony, Amritsar. Use the full city and venue name rather than only “Gandhi Stadium”.
By air: Arrive at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar, and use an airport taxi or pre-booked cab for the onward journey into the city.
Before travelling: Confirm visitor access, the event entrance and any parking arrangements with the organiser; this is not the Gandhi Stadium in Jalandhar.
Gandhi Stadium, Jalandhar
Gandhi Stadium in Jalandhar has a documented history of international cricket. Historical records also list the ground under names including Burlton Park and B.S. Bedi Stadium.
Jalandhar Stadium: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Jalandhar, Punjab |
| Historic formats | Test and ODI |
| Other recorded names | Burlton Park and B.S. Bedi Stadium |
| Recorded ODI history | Three men's ODIs |
| Cricketing role | Historic international venue |
The ground hosted India vs England on 20 December 1981, Pakistan vs West Indies on 25 October 1989, and India vs Sri Lanka on 20 February 1994 in men's ODIs.
These names and match records refer to the Jalandhar ground, not Gandhi Sports Complex Ground in Amritsar.
How to Reach Gandhi Stadium, Jalandhar
By train: Arrive at Jalandhar City railway station and continue by cab or auto-rickshaw to Gandhi Stadium at Burlton Park.
By road: Use Gulab Devi Road, opposite Gulab Devi Hospital, as the destination landmark. Intercity buses can bring you to Jalandhar, with a local cab or auto-rickshaw for the final transfer.
By air: Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar is an option for a flight-based journey, followed by a road transfer to Jalandhar. Check current flights before making your booking.
Before travelling: Search for “Gandhi Stadium, Burlton Park, Jalandhar”. Confirm that your event is at this venue and check current access and local traffic instructions.
Dhruve Pandove Stadium, Patiala
Dhruve Pandove Stadium in Patiala represents the domestic-cricket side of Punjab's ground history. Cricket archives list first-class, List A, women's List A and Ranji Trophy matches at the venue.
Patiala Stadium: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Patiala, Punjab |
| Cricketing role | Domestic cricket |
| Recorded competitions | First-class, List A and women's List A |
| Notable competition | Ranji Trophy |
| Other recorded names | Baradari Ground and Rajindra Gymkhana Club |
Patiala demonstrates why a Punjab cricket ground guide should cover more than international stadiums. Domestic cricket records provide a different way to explore the state's cricketing history.
Check current competition fixtures separately before planning a visit.
How to Reach Dhruve Pandove Stadium, Patiala
By train: Travel to Patiala railway station, then use a local cab or auto-rickshaw to reach Dhruve Pandove Stadium in the Baradari area.
By road: Take a bus, taxi or private vehicle to Patiala. From Chandigarh, the district’s published approach runs through Zirakpur and Rajpura; use “Dhruve Pandove Stadium, Baradari, Patiala” for the final directions.
By air: Fly to Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, then arrange a taxi or onward transport to Patiala.
Before travelling: Some cricket listings call the venue Baradari Ground or Rajindra Gymkhana Club. Confirm the event location and visitor-entry arrangements before travelling.
Punjab Agricultural University Ground, Ludhiana
Punjab Agricultural University Ground in Ludhiana represents university cricket facilities. The university's sports-infrastructure information lists a standardised turf cricket pitch and three net-practice pitches.
Ludhiana Ground: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Ludhiana, Punjab |
| Cricketing role | University cricket |
| Pitch facilities | One standardised turf cricket pitch |
| Practice facilities | Three net-practice pitches |
| Visitor access | Confirm with the university or event organiser |
The listed pitch and practice nets establish the presence of cricket facilities. They do not establish spectator capacity, public ticketing or permission to enter the campus.
How to Reach Punjab Agricultural University Ground, Ludhiana
By train: Arrive at Ludhiana railway station, then take a cab or auto-rickshaw to Punjab Agricultural University on Ferozepur Road.
By road: Use the PAU campus address on Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana, and confirm the cricket ground’s location with the university or event organiser. The city is connected by major highways and intercity transport.
By air: Chandigarh airport is an option for arrival by air, with an onward road transfer to Ludhiana. Verify your current flight and transfer arrangements before booking.
Before travelling: PAU is a working university campus. Confirm the designated gate, any visitor pass and permission to attend the event; do not assume unrestricted ground access.
Which Grounds Have Hosted International Cricket?
| Ground | Test | ODI | T20I |
|---|---|---|---|
| I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mullanpur Stadium | No men's Test in the checked records | Women's ODI hosted in 2025 | Men's T20I hosted in 2025 |
| Gandhi Sports Complex Ground, Amritsar | No | Yes | No |
| Gandhi Stadium, Jalandhar | Yes | Yes | No |
| Dhruve Pandove Stadium, Patiala | No senior men's international recorded | No senior men's international recorded | No senior men's international recorded |
| Punjab Agricultural University Ground, Ludhiana | No senior men's international recorded | No senior men's international recorded | No senior men's international recorded |
The table separates international match history from domestic and university cricket. Mullanpur's women's ODI milestone and men's T20I debut are identified by format.
Important Match Records
| Ground | Match or Milestone | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Mohali | First international in 1993 | Beginning of the ground's international history |
| Mullanpur | India Women vs Australia Women, 14 September 2025 | Women's ODI milestone |
| Mullanpur | India vs South Africa, 11 December 2025 | First men's international at the venue |
| Amritsar | India vs New Zealand, 18 November 1995 | Historic ODI |
| Jalandhar | India vs England, 20 December 1981 | Recorded men's ODI |
| Patiala | Ranji Trophy and other domestic matches | Domestic-cricket history |
| Ludhiana | University cricket facilities | University-level cricket infrastructure |
Before Visiting a Ground
Before travelling, check the complete venue name on the match ticket or official fixture. Mohali and Mullanpur are separate destinations, and the Gandhi grounds in Amritsar and Jalandhar are also different venues.
Ticket availability, entry gates, parking arrangements and visitor access depend on the event. Confirm current details with the organiser before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which stadiums are included in the Punjab cricket stadium list?
This guide covers I.S. Bindra Stadium in Mohali, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Gandhi Sports Complex Ground in Amritsar, Gandhi Stadium in Jalandhar, Dhruve Pandove Stadium in Patiala and Punjab Agricultural University Ground in Ludhiana.
Are Mohali Stadium and Mullanpur Stadium the same?
No. I.S. Bindra Stadium is the established Mohali venue, while Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium is a separate ground in Mullanpur, also referred to as New Chandigarh in cricket listings.
Which Punjab cricket ground is in Patiala?
Dhruve Pandove Stadium is the Patiala ground included in this guide. Historical archives also record names such as Baradari Ground and Rajindra Gymkhana Club.
Is there a cricket ground at Punjab Agricultural University?
Yes. Punjab Agricultural University's sports-infrastructure information lists a standardised turf cricket pitch and three net-practice pitches at its Ludhiana campus.
Have all six grounds hosted international cricket?
No. This guide includes international-history venues as well as domestic and university cricket grounds. The inclusion of a venue does not mean it has hosted senior international matches or has an upcoming international fixture.
The PitchVaani Perspective
Punjab's cricket history extends beyond its best-known international venues. Mohali and Mullanpur offer distinct international and IPL histories, while Amritsar and Jalandhar preserve older international match records. Patiala and Ludhiana broaden the picture through domestic cricket and university facilities.
Checking the city, complete venue name and match format helps readers identify the right ground and understand its role in Punjab cricket.
