HPCA International Stadium Dharamsala Ground Stats For IND vs ENG 5th Test

Jasprit Bumrah, Siraj enjoys the phenomenal Himalayas backdrop ahead of fifth Test (X.com)Jasprit Bumrah, Siraj enjoys the phenomenal Himalayas backdrop ahead of fifth Test (X.com)

To conclude a successful and fascinating five-game Test series, India will lock horns with England at HPCA Stadium Dharamsala for the fifth and final fixture from Thursday (March 7) onwards.

With the series locked in India's favour (3-1), England will be playing for pride and ensure a fitting end to a phenomenal series.

The final fixture is scheduled at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, situated in the scenic hilly city of Dharamsala. Moreover, the weather prediction is concerning as sleet and low temperatures are expected to hit the city leading to the Test match.

Regardless, both sides will try to make the most of whatever time prevails in the five-day game.

HPCA International Stadium Ground Stats

The HPCA ground is situated at an altitude of approximately 1,457 meters above sea level, thus making it one of the highest cricket grounds in the world. 

In terms of ground statistics, the HPCA Stadium has hosted only one Test match since its inauguration in 2003. India hosted Australia back in 2017 at the venue and won the contest comfortably with eight wickets.

It was an evenly poised game at the start after Australia opted to bat first.  Both sides posted around 300 runs in the first two innings. But conditions worsened as the matchup progressed, and by day 4, scoring 100 runs seemed a daunting task.

HPCA Stadium Ground Stats
Total Matches1
Matches Won (Batting First)0
Matches Won (Batting Second)1
Highest Team TotalIndia 332/10 vs Australia, 2017
Lowest Team TotalAustralia 137/10 vs IND, 2017
Average Runs Per Over3.08
Average Runs Per Wicket27.34

That said, weather conditions largely influence results at HPCA stadium. While not many Tests have been played at this venue, it is expected to offer an equal contest between the bat and ball. The overcast conditions on initial days will suit the pacers heavily.

Overall, as the stage is set for the fifth and final Test match between India and England at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, cricket fans can expect an exciting contest amidst the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas.