Mohali's Mullanpur stadium expected to make international debut in October

The PCA (Punjab Cricket Association) has completed the construction of their brand new stadium in Mallapur. After a few months in the making, the stadium has finally been completed, and former Indian cricketer Harbhjan Singh took to social media to express his excitement.

Harbhajan Singh shared a picture of the stadium on his X account, congratulating Dilsher Khanna, the secretary of the PCA. The 43-year-old also stated that he was looking forward to the Indian team coming and playing at the venue.

“Ready with our new stadium in Mallapur (Punjab) congratulations to @dilsherkhanna and every stakeholder holder of our state cricket, can’t wait to host a game here for Team India @BCCI” Harbhajan wrote.

It was expected that the stadium will be ready to host matches by October 2023 and it has delivered. The tenders for the same stadium for the internal construction of the stadium were passed out in February, 2023. 

Ready with our New Stadium in Mallapur ( Punjab ) congratulations @dilsherkhanna and every stake holder of our state cricket 🏏.. can’t wait to host a game here for Team India @BCCI pic.twitter.com/gp8fJMv9hS

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 21, 2023

India put in sensational performance in World Cup

Speaking of team India, the side has been showcasing their skills at the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. Led by Rohit Sharma, the team has been in sensational form and are currently unbeaten in the competition.

Having faced off against Australia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, India has managed to come away as the victors in every clash so far. As for their next assignment, the side will be taking on New Zealand, which could prove to be a tough encounter for the hosts considering their track record against the Black Caps in the World Cup. 

Notably, New Zealand are currently unbeaten in the 2023 World Cup as well, and it could be interesting to see how the game unfolds when both sides take centre stage.