Bad News for RCB Fans Before IPL 2026? Know Why

New Home Venues for RCB in IPL 2026

Reports suggest RCB may not play their home games in Bengaluru for the 2026 IPL season.

Navi Mumbai & Raipur in the Frame

DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai and the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Raipur are likely to host RCB’s home matches.

Reason Behind the Shift

The move follows uncertainty over RCB returning to Bengaluru after the tragic stampede during their IPL 2025 title celebrations outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Matches Split Across Two Venues

As per reports, arrangements have been made for five matches at DY Patil Stadium and two matches in Raipur for IPL 2026.

No Approach to KSCA Yet

RCB has reportedly not approached the Karnataka State Cricket Association about hosting games at Chinnaswamy for the upcoming season.

Other Teams Also Switching Venues

Rajasthan Royals are also expected to play home matches in Pune due to disputes with the Rajasthan Cricket Association, highlighting shifting venue dynamics.

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