Dharamshala, May 10 -- Punjab Kings (PBKS) fast bowling coach James Hopes said that the Dharamsala pitch is going to favour the pacers and that the team is excited to play at the venue for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season. PBKS will play their first IPL 2026 match at their second home ground, HPCA Cricket Stadium, Dharamshala, against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Monday.

After winning six consecutive matches in IPL 2026, the Punjab Kings have now suffered three straight defeats and currently sit third in the points table with 13 points from 10 matches. They will aim to bounce back with a victory in their next fixture and strengthen their chances of securing a place in the top four.

Speaking at the pre-match press c...