Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia has explained the reasons behind the late venue change for the IPL 2026 final, with the summit clash officially shifted from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. The announcement has triggered major discussion across the cricketing world, especially after the playoff schedule confirmed that Qualifier 1 will be […]

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce the IPL 2026 playoff schedule and final venue soon, but Bengaluru’s chances of hosting the title clash are now under a cloud. According to reports, the last four matches of the season are likely to be split between Bengaluru and Punjab, but […]

Anushka Sharma’s animated reactions in the stands added extra sparkle to a record-breaking night as Virat Kohli once again proved why he remains one of the greatest T20 batters of all time. During Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday, Kohli brought up milestone after milestone […]

Virat Kohli was all smiles during a light-hearted exchange with Danish Sait after being jokingly called Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s “fifth overseas player” in the Indian Premier League 2026. The cheeky label, which emerged from Kohli spending extended time in London with his family, has been making the rounds on social media, but the RCB superstar […]

As the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium prepares to welcome fans once again for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season, authorities have rolled out an extensive security blueprint to ensure a safe and seamless matchday experience. After last year’s tragic stampede, the focus this time is firmly on crowd discipline, structured movement, and responsible celebration. Leading […]

The M Chinnaswamy Stadium is set to host its first Indian Premier League clash since last year’s tragic stampede, and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru have ensured that the return of cricket carries a deep sense of remembrance. In a heartfelt tribute to the 11 fans who lost their lives during the June 4 celebrations, the […]

The Karnataka government has finally cleared the return of IPL to Bengaluru’s iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, but IPL 2026 matches will unfold under some of the strictest safety protocols ever seen at a cricket venue in India. After last year’s tragic stampede, authorities are leaving nothing to chance, implementing a comprehensive plan focused on crowd […]

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid said being honoured with a stand at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium felt like a homecoming — a recognition of years spent on that turf more than in his own living room. Speaking at the unveiling, Dravid spoke with the quiet gratitude fans have come to expect: the stadium shaped […]

Defending IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have taken a proactive step to strengthen fan safety by proposing installing 300 to 350 AI-enabled surveillance cameras at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The move underlines the franchise’s intent to modernise crowd management systems and prevent a repeat of past tragedies at […]

Virat Kohli is set to make a much-anticipated return to domestic cricket, with the former India captain likely to feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy at Bengaluru’s iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The development comes at a significant moment, as the historic venue has received conditional clearance from the Karnataka government, reopening its doors to […]