Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to play five of their IPL 2026 home games at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, with the remaining two matches scheduled at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur. This decision follows the Karnataka government’s approval, allowing the team to return to their home ground after a hiatus.
The move comes after a tragic stampede near the stadium led to an inquiry by the Karnataka government, resulting in the suspension of activities at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, recent developments have seen the government greenlight the resumption of matches at the venue, marking a positive turn of events for RCB.
Expressing gratitude towards the authorities, the RCB management thanked the Government of Karnataka, the Karnataka State Cricket Association, and the Karnataka Police for their support in ensuring the safe organization of matches in Bengaluru. CEO Rajesh Menon emphasized the importance of playing in Bengaluru, highlighting the fans’ role in motivating the team.
The franchise’s commitment to its fans and the efforts to enhance infrastructure and safety measures reflect a strong bond with the supporters. With the majority of their home games set to be played in Bengaluru, RCB aims to continue their success and engage with their loyal fan base in the upcoming IPL season.
The IPL Governing Council is expected to unveil the full schedule of the 2026 edition post the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
