RCB Seeks MI's Help for New IPL Home Amid Chinnaswamy Safety Concerns

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has reportedly requested a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Mumbai Indians (MI) to play some IPL 2026 matches at DY Patil Sports Academy Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
• This move comes amidst ongoing uncertainty regarding RCB's traditional home ground, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, for the upcoming IPL season.
• M. Chinnaswamy Stadium was declared unsuitable and unsafe for large gatherings by an independent commission after a stampede killed 11 people during RCB's IPL 2025 victory parade.
• Despite efforts by KSCA President Venkatesh Prasad to implement new SOPs for crowd safety, RCB has expressed reservations about fully complying with all stipulated requirements.
• Separately, Rajasthan Royals are also considering a permanent move from Sawai Mansingh Stadium due to issues with the Rajasthan Cricket Association, exploring venues in Guwahati and Pune.

Why It Matters: RCB is exploring Navi Mumbai as an IPL home due to safety concerns at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.