PBKS vs DC Weather Report at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

The Punjab Kings will face the Delhi Capitals at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on May 8. With seven wins from 11 matches, Punjab is currently ranked third, while Delhi, with six wins from their 11 games so far, is placed fifth in the points table.

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When Punjab and Lucknow faced each other, Punjab, batting first, amassed another outstanding score thanks to a brilliant knock from Prabhsimran Singh. Other hitters also made key contributions. The bowlers took early wickets and were effective from the beginning. Even though Badoni and Samad performed admirably, they lost by 37 runs because the total was too high.

Rain spoiled Delhi's match versus Hyderabad in the previous game. The Sunrisers were denied the victory, which was anticipated to be an easy victory. After being asked to bat first, Delhi's batting performance was awful. They were saved by Stubbs and Ashustosh, who helped the team to 133, but in the second innings, nary a ball could be bowled.

The speed, bounce, and lateral movement of the HPCA Stadium pitch in Dharamsala are well-known. Dharamsala's track is generally suitable for batting since it bounces well and gives seamers considerable movement off the deck. Moreover, its outfield is well-maintained and enables speedy fielding for the batsmen and bowlers.

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In general, the bowlers—especially the pacers—benefit from the pitch. The bowling side needs the movement and bounce that the powerplay provides, and benefits the quicks of the team.

AccuWeather predicts that HPCA Stadium will reach approximately 21°C, with a genuine feel of exactly 25°C during the day and 17°C at night. Meanwhile, the wind will blow from the northeast at speeds ranging from 9 to 13 km/h, with gusts between 22 and 32 km/h. There are 40% predictions of precipitation as well as 24% predictions of thunderstorms. Consequently, the stadium's weather will be cool, but the game might be seriously affected by rain.

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