In a recent discussion about home advantage in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Gujarat Titans' Chief Operating Officer, Colonel Arvinder Singh, emphasized that franchises are not permitted to dictate specific pitch conditions. He clarified that while teams can benefit from familiarity with their home venues, they cannot request tailor-made pitches to suit their playing style.

Singh highlighted that the IPL's regulations have consistently maintained that pitch preparation is the responsibility of the ground staff, ensuring fairness and uniformity across all matches. He stated, "No franchise has any right to say, 'I want this kind of a pitch.' That's not something that the rules allow you to do."

This stance comes amid concerns from various teams about the lack of home advantage due to pitch conditions. Notably, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane, LSG mentor Zaheer Khan, and CSK coach Stephen Fleming have expressed dissatisfaction with the pitches at their respective home grounds. Despite these concerns, Singh reiterated that the essence of home advantage lies in a team's familiarity with their home environment, not in customized pitch conditions.

In summary, the IPL maintains a standardized approach to pitch preparation, ensuring that no team can influence the playing surface to their advantage. Teams are expected to leverage their knowledge of home conditions without expecting specially curated pitches