IPL 2026 Schedule: RCB to Face SRH in Season Opener
The big cricket game IPL is back. Specifically, the BCCI just put out the first part of the 2026 plan. The league starts on March 28, 2026. Initially, the champions RCB will play SRH. Now, we have dates for 20 matches. These games will be in 10 cities.
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The Phase 1 Plan
Look, the first part ends on April 12. Previously, the league often began later. However, this year starts early. Indeed, there are four days with two games. The first game is at 3:30 PM. The late game is at 7:30 PM.
Team-Wise Match List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
| Date | Team | Place | Time |
| Mar 28 | SRH | Bengaluru | Night |
| Apr 05 | CSK | Bengaluru | Night |
| Apr 10 | RR | Guwahati | Night |
| Apr 12 | MI | Mumbai | Night |
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
| Date | Team | Place | Time |
| Mar 30 | RR | Guwahati | Night |
| Apr 03 | PBKS | Chennai | Night |
| Apr 05 | RCB | Bengaluru | Night |
| Apr 11 | DC | Chennai | Night |
Mumbai Indians (MI)
| Date | Team | Place | Time |
| Mar 29 | KKR | Mumbai | Night |
| Apr 04 | DC | Delhi | Day |
| Apr 07 | RR | Guwahati | Night |
| Apr 12 | RCB | Mumbai | Night |
Polls and Safety News
Actually, the full list of games is not out yet. Specifically, three states have votes soon. So, the BCCI is waiting for those dates. Furthermore, the games in Bengaluru need a check. Initially, a team will visit the park on March 13. They want to make sure the place is safe for fans.
World News Update
While we wait for cricket, the world is in a tough spot. Actually, the war in the Middle East is on day 12. Specifically, Iran warned big tech firms today. Moreover, fresh blasts were heard in Dubai. Therefore, all players are being very careful with their flights.
In short, the fun starts in just ten days. Next, we will update these tables as soon as more dates come out. Right.
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