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Mullanpur hosts India's newest Test venue during IND vs AFG match

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Mullanpur hosts India's newest Test venue during IND vs AFG match
Summary

The PCA New Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur is hosting its first Men's International Test match as India faces Afghanistan. This match marks Mullanpur as the 31st venue in India for Test cricket. Previously, Guwahati became the 30th Test venue during the South Africa series last year. This development reflects the growing reach of Test cricket in India, expanding beyond traditional locations to newer cities. As the match progresses, it is a significant addition to the country's cricket history.

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  • •Mullanpur is hosting the IND vs AFG one-off Test match.
  • •The stadium is India's newest Test venue, becoming the 31st overall.
  • •Guwahati was the 30th venue, introduced in 2025.
  • •The New PCA Cricket Stadium has hosted IPL matches previously.
  • •Overall, Test cricket's presence is growing in non-traditional locations.
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  • 1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Indian venues to host Test cricket matches: Mullanpur latest to join during IND vs AFG one-off Test
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The PCA New Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur becomes the 31st and India's newest venue to host a Men's International Test match

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