IPL 2026 Schedule | RCB to play SRH in season opener at Chinnaswamy on March 28: Check first phase fixtures

11 Mar, 11:25 — 11 Mar, 19:44

Why this matters

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium's ability to host IPL matches, including the season opener, is under scrutiny following a past incident that led to the formation of an expert committee. The committee's inspection on March 13th will determine if the venue meets the required standards, adding a layer of uncertainty to the IPL 2026 schedule.

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YahooMostly Factual1h ago

Chinnaswamy set to host RCB's IPL 2026 matches — but there's a big twist

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will host IPL 2026 matches, but only after approval from a government-appointed expert committee. The committee will inspect the stadium on March 13, 2026, to assess its preparedness. The BCCI announced the first phase of the tournament, running from March 28 to April 12, with 20 matches across 10 venues.

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hinduMostly Factual5h ago

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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Times of IndiaMostly Factual6h ago

Chinnaswamy set to host RCB's IPL 2026 matches — but there's a big twist

By TOI SPORTS DESK

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indian-expressMostly Factual9h ago