What Is the Sub Air Drainage System? Inside Dharamsala's 45-Minute Ground Drying Technology

The first ODI between India and Afghanistan was delayed due to incessant rain. The match started more than 3 hours after the scheduled start at 1:30 PM IST. At one point, there was danger of the match being fully abandoned.

However, the newly installed drainage system at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala allowed the match to start sooner than expected. This new technology is called the Sub Air Drainage system, which has caught everyone's attention. It helped to dry out the ground within 45 minutes of rain stoppage. In the end, the IND vs AFG 1st ODI started with 25 overs on each side.

What is Sub Air Drainage System At Dharamsala?

The SubAir Drainage System is a modern technology that removes the rain water from below the playing surface rapidly. It is different from the traditional drainage systems that depends on other factors like gravity to pull water out of the playing area.

The Dharamsala Stadium drainage system relies on a network of underground pipes to take out water and the moisture, which helps in increasing the drying process. This helps to soak the water from the ground quickly in order to begin the game as soon as possible.

This system is already used in place at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, which is well known for its drainage facilities. Now, it is being used at the HPCA Stadium as well.

Dharamsala Sub Air Drainage System was hailed after the match began quickly despite the constant rain. The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association is committed to improve the facilities to make it the best cricket stadium in the world and this is a positive step.

HPCA Stadium Receives Massive Boost

Over the last few years, the HPCA Stadium has hosted some of the most important cricket matches. This includes the IPL playoff matches, which were hosted by this stadium quite successfully.

Dharamsala Ground Drying Technology adds another layer of success to it. It is already regarded as the most beautiful cricket stadium in the world and its world-class drainage system will help it host more important matches in the future.

The outfield in this stadium is already excellent and is well appreciated by former cricketers across the world. The background of beautiful Himalayas makes it a scenic ground.