Ipl 2026: RCB Set for Home Games at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
IPL 2026 Set to Begin
“The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is more than just our home ground it is where our identity as a team truly comes alive,” said Rajesh Menon, reflecting the significance of the venue for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as they prepare for the upcoming IPL 2026 season.
The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will commence on March 28, 2026, with RCB slated to play five home games at their iconic stadium in Bengaluru. This follows a triumphant season in 2025, where RCB ended an 18-year trophy drought by clinching their first IPL title.
In the thrilling final of IPL 2025, RCB triumphed over Punjab Kings by a narrow margin of six runs, marking a historic moment for the franchise. Sai Sudharsan, who scored an impressive 759 runs during the season, was awarded the Orange Cap, while Prasidh Krishna took home the Purple Cap with 25 wickets.
Suryakumar Yadav was recognized as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament, further solidifying RCB’s strong performance in the previous season. Additionally, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made headlines as the youngest IPL debutant at just 14 years old.
RCB’s confirmation of their venue arrangement comes after a period of uncertainty regarding home venues for the upcoming season. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to release the full schedule in two phases, with details remaining unconfirmed.
The venue for the games will be determined based on the election dates across various states in India, adding another layer of complexity to the scheduling process. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of RCB’s first opponent for the season opener on March 28, which will be revealed once the complete schedule is published.
As the countdown to IPL 2026 begins, RCB supporters are hopeful that their team will build on the momentum from their previous victory and deliver another thrilling season of cricket.
With the IPL 2026 schedule expected to be announced on March 9, 2026, anticipation continues to grow among fans and players alike as they prepare for what promises to be an exciting tournament.
