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Chinnaswamy Return for RCB Unconfirmed Despite Govt Nod; Franchise Explores Other Venues

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Firstpost•21-02-2026, 23:26

Chinnaswamy Return for RCB Unconfirmed Despite Govt Nod; Franchise Explores Other Venues

•M Chinnaswamy Stadium's IPL hosting remains uncertain for RCB despite Karnataka government approval.
•Discussions are ongoing between RCB, KSCA, and the state government regarding the venue.
•KSCA cites 'extensive infrastructure and safety enhancement works' at Chinnaswamy, leading to Ranji Trophy final relocation.
•RCB reportedly seeks unconditional approval for Chinnaswamy and has scouted Raipur's stadium as an alternative.
•IPL schedule release is delayed, awaiting state election dates, with Chinnaswamy uncertainty adding to the hold-up.

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