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The stage is set for Chinnaswamy Stadium to host IPL 2026 games, as the Karnataka State Cricket Association has received the final clearance. KSCA has confirmed they have received the green light from the government ahead of the RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 opener, scheduled to be held at the venue on March 28.

An official KSCA press release confirmed the development.

“We are pleased to inform that a meeting was held earlier today at Vidhana Soudha under the chairmanship of the Home Minister of Karnataka, Dr. G. Parameshwar, with the Expert Committee and representatives of KSCA, RCB and DNA. During the meeting, the Expert Committee presented its report outlining the preparedness and compliance measures undertaken at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

“Based on the recommendations of the Expert Committee and after reviewing the arrangements in detail, the Home Minister has formally accorded approval for the conduct of the upcoming IPL matches at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.”

Chinnaswamy Stadium Underwent Various Procedures

The stadium will be at its full capacity of 33000, and all the safety protocols will be followed as per the existing norms. 11 people lost their lives in a stampede during RCB's trophy parade after lifting their maiden title last year. The venue had been under a lot of scrutiny and had gone through multiple checks and inspections by various stakeholders.

There were reports of RCB considering other home venues, including the MCA Stadium in Pune, but all the rumours have now been put to bed. RCB will play five home matches in Bengaluru and two in Raipur this season.