Enjoy Cricket King Size, Only at Mohali

Where would you find the craziness of cricket at its epitome? Perhaps at an exciting IPL T20 match, in a stadium filled with thousands of fans, at a city best known for its association with cricket! The city in question here is Mohali and the stadium is the state of the art Punjab Cricket Association Stadium.

Mohali and the Cricket Connection

The quaint little town of Mohali which is adjacent to Chandigarh has been best known for playing host to many epic matches; domestic, international, one-days, tests and the IPL T20.

The home ground of the IPL team, Kings XI Punjab, the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali is now all set to host some incredibly exciting matches that promise heavy dosage of good cricket and good entertainment. Apart from its home team and its star performers like Adam Gilchrist, Shaun Marsh and David Hussey, Mohali will witness many more cricketing stalwarts in action with seven matches scheduled to be played at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium.

For the Love of Cricket

Some travel for love, some travel for work and the cricket buffs travel for what? Cricket, of course! For cricket fans, IPL is like city hopping and no less than an action-packed vacation. Spectators from all over and outside India travel to different cities in the country to catch all the IPL action, live!

Places to Stay

There is no dearth of good accommodation options to suit all budgets in Mohali and also in Chandigarh. Many hotels in Mohali are located close to the stadium.

Aura Vaseela, a three-star country resort is ideal for those looking to relax in a peaceful environment after the matches. It is located about 4.5 kilometres away from Chandigarh and offers a variety of room types including Deluxe, Super Deluxe and Cottages. The hotel also houses a fine dining multi-cuisine restaurant and offers excellent amenities and service. Aura Vaseela is also easily accessible from the cricket stadium.

The sprawling Aura Vaseela Resort

Town’s Pride Hotel is another good option for those seeking budget and deluxe accommodation. The hotel, located in Phase – 9, sector 63, offers good basic amenities and is conveniently located at a walking distance from the cricket stadium.

Hotel Mohali Residency is another popular option among tourists. This hotel is located close to the stadium and offers both budget and deluxe rooms. The hotel also has a barbecue restaurant.

The Barbecue Restaurant at Hotel Mohali Residency

Fans wishing to stay in Chandigarh and driving to Mohali for the matches will be spoilt for choices. From budget hotels to luxury hotels; there are innumerable options for accommodation in this vibrant city.

Partying and Eating Out

Being Punjabi by nature, Mohali and Chandigarh have more than enough options for eating out. In Mohali, most hotels have good restaurants offering delectable north Indian cuisine. There is also a variety of fast food chains in both the towns like Barbeque Nation, Domino’s Pizza, Subway and KFC in addition to several other restaurants serving Indian and international cuisines.

Tourists can enjoy mouthwatering North Indian cuisine in Mohali

While Mohali is abuzz with all the cricketing action, it’s Chandigarh where the party scene is. The city has a bustling nightlife where you can let your hair down after a thrilling day at the IPL T20 match. Some of the hippest joints include Aerizzona, Peddler’s Pub Whisky 111, Lava and many more.

After the match, enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Chandigarh

Reaching Mohali

Mohali is well-connected to other nearby cities by road. It is about 255 kilometres away from Delhi by road and just 10 kilometres from Chandigarh. You can also stop by at one of the many dhabas to enjoy mouthwatering North Indian delicacies. The nearest bus station is the Chandigarh Bus Terminal which is located at a distance of about 8 kilometres from Mohali. The nearest railway station is also in Chandigarh, about 16 kilometres away. If you’re flying in from other parts of the country, your point of entry will be the Chandigarh Airport which is about 15 kilometres away from Mohali.

So if you’re a true-blue fan of Kings XI Punjab, the rising stars, SunRisers Hyderabad, the flamboyant Kolkata Knight Riders or any of the teams who are going to battle it out in Mohali, plan your trip to the city today! Book flights, trains and buses, only on MakeMyTrip.com!

By Tania Seth