The stunning Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium has often produced entertaining IPL contests, and in IPL 2026, Venkatesh Iyer added his name to the list of players who have impressed at the venue with a powerful batting display.
The left-handed batter played a brilliant unbeaten innings against Punjab Kings, showing aggressive intent and clean hitting throughout the match. His attacking approach at Dharamsala immediately made his record at the venue stand out despite playing only one innings so far.
Venkatesh Iyer IPL Record at HPCA Stadium Dharamsala
Venkatesh Iyer has played one IPL innings at the HPCA Stadium and remained unbeaten with an explosive half-century.
Overall IPL Stats at HPCA Stadium
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 73* | — | 182.50 | 73* | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 |
Match-by-Match Performance
| Date | Opponent | Batting Position | Runs (Balls) | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 May 2026 | Punjab Kings | No. 4 | 73* (40) | 182.50 | Not Out |
During the IPL 2026 clash in Dharamsala, Venkatesh Iyer played one of the most impactful innings of the match. Batting at number four, he scored an unbeaten 73 runs from just 40 balls and kept the scoreboard moving with aggressive stroke play.
His innings included eight boundaries and four sixes, with a strike rate of 182.50. The left-hander attacked both pace and spin confidently and looked comfortable on the batting-friendly Dharamsala surface.
The knock also showed his ability to handle pressure situations and accelerate in the middle overs. Remaining not out till the end added even more value to the innings.
Venkatesh Iyer Stats at HPCA Stadium
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 1 |
| Runs | 73* |
| Highest Score | 73* |
| Batting Average | — |
| Strike Rate | 182.50 |
| Fours/Sixes | 8 Fours, 4 Sixes |
Venkatesh Iyer’s first IPL appearance at the HPCA Stadium ended in style with a match-defining unbeaten fifty. If he continues batting like this in Dharamsala, the venue could become one of his most successful IPL grounds in the coming seasons.
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