RCB and RR on a quest for new homes before IPL 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals are on a quest for new homes for IPL 2026! The BCCI has given them a deadline of January 27 to choose their new venues. RCB is dealing with restrictions at their beloved M Chinnaswamy Stadium, while RR has lost access to Sawai Mansingh Stadium due to some administrative hiccups. Both teams are now exploring new options to keep the cricket fun rolling!

Quick rundown

1.RCB and RR are hunting new home grounds after bans on Bengaluru and Jaipur.

2.Franchises must submit preferred venues to the BCCI by January 27.

3.Bans stem from a Karnataka stadium restriction and Rajasthan CRAssociation election issues.

4.Shortlisted venues must meet IPL’s operational, commercial, and broadcast needs.

5.Final clarity on venues will shape IPL 2026 scheduling and logistics.

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