RCB get government nod, set to host IPL 2026 matches at M. Chinnaswamy

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has received formal approval from the Karnataka government to host IPL 2026 matches following a safety review after a recent stampede incident. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play their opening match and five home games at the venue. The approval restores the stadium's status as a key IPL venue for the upcoming season.