RCB's Homecoming: The Battle for Chinnaswamy Stadium

Venkatesh Prasad, KSCA president, urges Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to host IPL 2026 home matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium after gaining conditional government approval. The venue faced a cricket hiatus following a tragic stampede. Talks of shifting RCB's games to other locations prompt calls for loyalty to local fans.

Amidst speculation about Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) shifting their home matches from Chinnaswamy Stadium, Karnataka State Cricket Association president Venkatesh Prasad has implored the franchise to keep their games in Bengaluru. The home cricket ground has received conditional government approval after surviving a crisis stemming from a fatal stampede during RCB's recent victory celebrations.

Prasad's statement, delivered to a select group of media personnel, emphasized the importance of maintaining the emotional connection with the passionate Bengaluru fans who have supported the team since its beginning. Meanwhile, KSCA secretary Santosh Menon expressed readiness to address RCB's concerns by arranging discussions with government officials to ensure the team's return to their iconic venue.

The KSCA is optimistic about securing unconditional approval and hopes RCB will announce their decision soon. As anticipation grows about other franchises' potential interest in the stadium, Prasad remains focused on RCB's continued presence while the association awaits new opportunities for international matches from the BCCI.

(With inputs from agencies.)