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  Chinnaswamy Stadium finally cleared to host IPL 2026: RCB to play five matches at their home venue

  Cricket | March 03, 2026 17:33 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play five matches at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as the decks have been finally cleared for the venue to host matches. RCB will play two of their home games in Raipur as well, confirmed the franchise.

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  IPL set to return to Chinnaswamy as Karnataka government grants permission, 35000 fans to be allowed

  Cricket | February 12, 2026 21:35 IST

  The Karnataka government has granted permission to Royal Challengers Bengaluru to play their home matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in IPL 2026. After the stampede on June 4, the ground was barred from hosting any matches as 11 people had lost their lives.

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  WPL 2026: List of all prize winners and money they earned

  Cricket | February 05, 2026 23:58 IST

  RCB chased down 203 to beat Delhi Capitals in the WPL 2026 final at Vadodara, lifting their second title in three seasons. Smriti Mandhana and Georgia Voll starred with a match-winning 165-run stand as DC suffered a fourth straight final defeat.

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  How can UP Warriorz still qualify for WPL 2026 playoffs after defeat to RCB?

  Cricket | January 29, 2026 23:18 IST

  UP Warriorz stayed alive in WPL 2026 despite an eight-wicket loss to RCB. Grace Harris and Smriti Mandhana starred in a 144-run chase. UP now need a big win over Delhi and a heavy Gujarat Giants victory over Mumbai to reach the Eliminator.

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  After IPL final in 2025, RCB qualify for second WPL final after thrashing UP Warriorz in Vadodara

  Cricket | January 29, 2026 22:55 IST

  RCB defeated UP Warriorz by eight wickets to progress to the WPL 2026 final. Grace Harris and Smriti Mandhana produced a stellar show with the bat, scoring 75 and 54* runs, respectively. Nadine de Klerk was the star with the ball, claiming four wickets.

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  Adar Poonawalla confirms RCB interest, promises 'strong and competitive bid' to own franchise

  Cricket | January 22, 2026 20:45 IST

  Adar Poonawalla has confirmed plans to place a “strong and competitive” bid for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. United Spirits is reportedly seeking $2 billion, a valuation that could make RCB the most expensive franchise in cricket history.

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  Will RCB play IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium? KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad reveals details

  Cricket | January 21, 2026 16:20 IST

  KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad shared details if Chinnaswamy Stadium can host IPL 2026 matches. He said that the remainder of the work will be done in due course and the ground will be ready, before adding that the defending champions haven't communicated anything to the authorities.

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  RCB women create all-time WPL record, become first team to enter playoffs with win over GG

  Cricket | January 19, 2026 23:36 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru have become the first team to qualify for the Women's Premier League 2026 playoffs after their strong win over Gujarat Giants in Vadodara. RCB women have created a historical record with their win.

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  Smriti Mandhana's masterclass helps Bengaluru beat Delhi, yet WPL curse lingers

  Cricket | January 17, 2026 23:35 IST

  Smriti Mandhana’s 96 powered Bengaluru past Delhi in the WPL, but the league’s century drought continued. RCB stayed unbeaten with their fourth straight win as Delhi recovered from 10/4 to post 166, which Bengaluru chased with ease.

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  Chinnaswamy cleared to host IPL matches, subject to all terms and conditions met for 2026 season

  Cricket | January 18, 2026 8:17 IST

  The Karnataka State Cricket Association has received government approval to host international and IPL matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, pending compliance with safety and security conditions. A press conference with further details will be held soon.

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  RCB propose RS 4.5 crore plan for crowd control at Chinnaswamy, plan to set AI-based cameras

  Cricket | January 16, 2026 19:10 IST

  RCB have proposed installing 300–350 AI-powered cameras at Chinnaswamy Stadium to boost crowd safety ahead of IPL 2026. The INR 4.5 crore project follows last year’s fatal stampede, with KSCA yet to decide amid venue uncertainty.

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  KSCA intends to host other IPL teams at Chinnaswamy if RCB move matches out of Bengaluru

  Cricket | January 15, 2026 17:59 IST

  KSCA awaits government clearance to host IPL matches at Chinnaswamy. With RCB identifying Mumbai and Raipur as backup venues, the association intends to host other IPL teams if RCB decide to move matches out of Bengaluru.

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  RCB register their biggest victory in WPL history following Grace Harris masterclass vs UP Warriorz

  Cricket | January 12, 2026 23:32 IST

  Grace Harris’ 85 off 40 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a nine-wicket win over UP Warriorz in WPL 2026, with Smriti Mandhana unbeaten 47. UP struggled with bat and ball, leaving them winless after two matches.

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  RCB-W vs UP-W WPL Match Score Live: Bengaluru rattle UP, win by nine wickets after Grace Harris show

  Cricket | January 12, 2026 23:44 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won the toss and elected to field first against UP Warriorz in match 5 of the ongoing WPL 2026. UP suffered a defeat to Gujarat in their opening game, while RCB registered a win over Mumbai Indians.

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  Yash Dayal denied anticipatory bail for alleged rape case by Jaipur POCSO court

  Cricket | December 24, 2025 22:33 IST

  Jaipur POCSO court denied anticipatory bail to cricketer Yash Dayal, accused of raping a minor who alleged he exploited her under the pretext of advancing her cricket career. The case threatens his IPL and domestic cricket future amid ongoing investigations.

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  M Chinnaswamy will host RCB in IPL 2026, Virat Kohli to return to stadium during Vijay Hazare Trophy

  Cricket | December 13, 2025 14:37 IST

  M Chinnaswamy Stadium is set to host IPL 2026 matches after government clearance, with Vijay Hazare games likely returning too. Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant could feature, as KSCA plans a phased comeback with limited fans and safety measures.

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  3 players Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will target in IPL 2026 auction

  Cricket | December 11, 2025 16:32 IST

  Royal Challengers Bengaluru have INR 16.4 crore to spend in the IPL mini-auction, scheduled to take place on December 16. Ahead of that, here's a list of three cricketers they can target in the marquee event.

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  Will Bengaluru host IPL 2026 matches? Deputy CM DK Shivakumar shares major update

  Cricket | December 10, 2025 21:51 IST

  Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar shared a major update regarding the possibility of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium hosting IPL 2026 matches. He shared that the cabinet will discuss it in a meeting scheduled on Thursday, December 11.

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  RCB, MI or CSK are not top trending teams in 2025, Know which IPL teams dominated Google searches

  Cricket | December 05, 2025 18:15 IST

  Google has begun releasing a list of the year's top trending searches as 2025 nears its conclusion. Interestingly, RCB, despite winning the IPL for the first time this year, is not among the top-searched teams, and neither is MI or CSK.

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  Will RCB host IPL 2026 matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru after stampede massacre?

  Cricket | December 01, 2025 16:44 IST

  Karnataka has halted IPL 2026 matches at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium until NABL-certified experts confirm its structural safety. The move follows a June stampede that killed 11 and injured nearly 50, prompting strict scrutiny of the venue’s readiness.