Champions Bengaluru to host Hyderabad in IPL 2026 opener

11 Mar, 14:35 — 11 Mar, 15:54

Why this matters

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular cricket leagues globally, attracting massive viewership and significant economic activity. Bengaluru, as a major city and home to a prominent IPL team, hosting the opener signifies the league's return and the city's role in its success.

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Chinnaswamy to host IPL 2026 opener between RCB and SRH on March 28

The matches scheduled in Bengaluru are subject to clearance from the Expert Committee constituted by the Government of Karnataka, following the stampede that claimed 11 lives during RCB’s title-winning celebrations last year

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual1h ago