IPL 2026 schedule: RCB vs CSK likely to open new season

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IPL 2026 schedule update

The BCCI is expected to reveal the IPL 2026 schedule soon as fans eagerly await the start of the new season.

Season to start on March 28

IPL 2026 will begin on March 28 and could feature the highest number of matches in a single season.

Schedule announcement soon

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the first phase of the IPL 2026 schedule will be released by March 12.

RCB vs CSK as opener?

Reports suggest the tournament opener could feature defending champions RCB against rivals CSK.

PBKS to start at home

Punjab Kings are expected to begin their campaign against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur on March 29.

Key IPL events before start

The captains’ photoshoot will take place on March 15 in New Delhi, while the pre-season meeting is set for March 25.

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