Cricket fever is all set to grip Himachal Pradesh as the Tata IPL 2026 Fan Park arrives at Paddal Ground in Mandi district this weekend, promising a stadium-like atmosphere for cricket lovers from across the region.
Addressing a press conference, Executive Cricket Operations representative Meet and District Cricket Association President Ajay Rana shared details of the event, which will be held at Paddal Ground, opposite the Mandi Bus Stand.
The organisers said Tata IPL 2026 is set to be bigger, more engaging and more entertaining than ever before, offering fans an opportunity to experience live match screenings on giant screens amid cheering crowds, music, entertainment and interactive activities.
The Fan Park initiative aims to bring the excitement of IPL matches closer to fans who are unable to attend games in stadiums. Organisers said each venue is being designed to recreate the feel of a live cricket stadium with whistles, chants, face painting, fan shoutouts and other engagement activities.
Apart from live screenings, visitors at the Mandi Fan Park will also enjoy food stalls, official IPL merchandise, music performances and special activations by IPL sponsors. Fans will also get opportunities to participate in dedicated fan engagement segments during the event.
According to organisers, this season’s Fan Parks are expected to witness participation from lakhs of cricket enthusiasts across the country, making IPL 2026 one of the largest fan engagement editions so far.
The matches scheduled for live screening include:
Saturday, May 9 (6:30 pm onwards): Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans
Sunday, May 10 (2:30 pm onwards): Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants
Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Mumbai Indians
Organisers have invited cricket fans from Mandi and adjoining districts to be part of the celebration and experience the excitement of IPL together at the Fan Park.
“With every hit, wicket and thrilling moment screened live on giant screens, fans are in for an unforgettable cricketing weekend,” they said.
