Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Chinnaswamy Stadium Reopens for IPL
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has been given permission to host IPL and international cricket matches again.
This decision comes after the stadium was closed for matches following a tragic stampede during RCB's victory celebrations in June 2025.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has assured that they will follow all the safety rules set by the government.
The stadium hasn't hosted any matches since it was deemed unsafe in 2025.
The approval means that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) can play their home games at their usual venue.
The KSCA has also been working to improve their administration after some officials resigned following the tragedy.
RCB has proposed installing AI-enabled cameras to enhance security and crowd management.
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has been cleared to host IPL and international matches again.
The approval comes after the stadium was closed following a stampede during RCB's victory parade in June 2025.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has assured compliance with all safety and security measures.
The stadium hasn't hosted any matches since it was deemed unsafe in 2025.
RCB, the defending IPL champions, can now play their home games at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
- Who
- Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and Government of Karnataka
- What
- Approval to host IPL and international matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
- When
- January 17, 2026
- Where
- M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Why
- After compliance with safety and security measures following a stampede incident in June 2025
- Stadium
- M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Approval Date
- January 17, 2026
- Approval Authority
- Government of Karnataka
- Conditions
- Compliance with government and concerned authorities' terms
- Last Hosted Match
- May 17, 2025 (IPL 2025)
- Incident Date
- June 4, 2025 (Stampede during RCB's victory parade)
- Incident Casualties
- 11 deaths, 56 injuries
- KSCA Spokesperson
- Vinay Mruthyunjaya
- RCB Proposal
- 300-350 AI-enabled cameras for crowd management
Sources
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