The State government has recently green-lighted the conduct of IPL matches at the venue after months of uncertainty owing to the stampede on June 4, 2025.
Defending champion Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on former champion Sunrisers Hyderabad here in the inaugural match of the IPL 2026 on March 28.
“We wish to inform you that the expert committee constituted by the Government of Karnataka held a meeting today with officials of the KSCA and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Karnataka State Cricket Association,” said Vinay Mruthyunjaya, the official KSCA spokesperson.
Apart from the season’s inaugural match, the RCB Unbox function and the opening ceremony are also scheduled to be held at the ground.
“During the meeting, KSCA made a detailed presentation on the infrastructural upgradations/arrangements and safety measures undertaken at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, in line with the recommendations of the expert committee that are to be implemented under Phase-I of the compliance framework,” he added.
RCB will play five home matches at the Chinnaswamy Stadium this season, while the remaining two will be staged at Raipur.
“Representatives of RCB and their associated operational agencies also presented their preparedness and operational plans for the smooth and orderly conduct of the upcoming IPL matches.
“The discussions were constructive and positive, and all stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that the matches can be conducted in a safe, well-regulated, and seamless manner,” added Mruthyunjaya.
Published on Mar 13, 2026
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