New Delhi: The much-awaited RCB IPL 2026 Schedule has been officially released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, confirming fixtures for the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will kick off their campaign on March 28 at their home ground, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The tournament schedule was released in two phases due to assembly elections, featuring 70 league matches across 13 venues.
RCB IPL 2026 Schedule: Key Matches and Fixtures
As per the RCB IPL 2026 Schedule, the team will open their title defense against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru. One of the most anticipated clashes will be against Chennai Super Kings on April 5, often highlighted due to the presence of MS Dhoni.
Here are the full fixtures:
March 28 – vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (Bengaluru, 7:30 PM)
April 5 – vs Chennai Super Kings (Bengaluru, 7:30 PM)
April 10 – vs Rajasthan Royals (Guwahati, 7:30 PM)
April 12 – vs Mumbai Indians (Mumbai, 7:30 PM)
April 15 – vs Lucknow Super Giants (Bengaluru, 7:30 PM)
April 18 – vs Delhi Capitals (Bengaluru, 3:30 PM)
April 24 – vs Gujarat Titans (Bengaluru, 7:30 PM)
April 27 – vs Delhi Capitals (Delhi, 7:30 PM)
April 30 – vs Gujarat Titans (Ahmedabad, 7:30 PM)
May 7 – vs Lucknow Super Giants (Lucknow, 7:30 PM)
May 10 – vs Mumbai Indians (Raipur, 7:30 PM)
May 13 – vs Kolkata Knight Riders (Raipur, 7:30 PM)
May 17 – vs Punjab Kings (Dharamshala, 3:30 PM)
May 22 – vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (Hyderabad, 7:30 PM)
Raipur to Host RCB’s ‘Home’ Matches
A notable highlight in the RCB IPL 2026 Schedule is that two of Bengaluru’s home matches will be played in Raipur at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium. These include high-profile clashes against Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders.
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Afternoon Matches and Key Clashes
The RCB IPL 2026 Schedule also features two afternoon games at 3:30 PM IST—on April 18 against Delhi Capitals and May 17 against Punjab Kings. These matches are expected to test player endurance under different playing conditions.
The face-off between RCB and CSK remains one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season, drawing massive fan attention every year.
Where to Watch IPL 2026
Fans can catch all the action of the RCB IPL 2026 Schedule live on:
TV: Star Sports Network (multiple regional languages)
Digital: JioHotstar app and website (subscription required)
With a balanced mix of home and away games, exciting rivalries, and multiple venues, the RCB IPL 2026 Schedule promises an action-packed season for fans. As defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to maintain their dominance and deliver another memorable campaign in IPL 2026.