IPL 2026: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will play five of their seven home matches in the IPL 2026 season against Bengaluru. M.Chinnaswamy Stadium Will play in. Before the new season, it has been officially confirmed that the team will return to its main home venue. This decision is considered very important after the tragic stampede incident that took place outside the stadium last year.

on 4th June Celebration of RCB winning the IPL title A crowd of about three lakh people had gathered at the stadium to celebrate. During this period, 11 people died, while more than 50 were injured.

What did RCB say?

• According to the statement issued by RCB, coordination was going on with the concerned authorities for the last several months regarding organizing the match in Bengaluru. After strengthening the security and infrastructure, now five matches will be held at Chinnaswamy Stadium.


• The franchise has expressed gratitude to the Karnataka Government, Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and Karnataka Police, with whose cooperation this was possible.


• RCB CEO Rajesh Menon said that Chinnaswamy Stadium is not just a ground but a part of the team’s identity.


• Menon said, “The energy of our fans in Bengaluru inspires the players. They have supported us in every situation and they deserve to see the team play at their home.”

Where will RCB play the remaining two home matches in IPL?

The remaining two home matches of RCB in IPL 2026 will be played at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur as per the prior commitment. After completion of security arrangements and administrative approvals, RCB’s return to Bengaluru has been given the green signal, which has increased the excitement among the fans.