The move on Friday (Feb 13) comes ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season, which starts in the last week of March as Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2026: Riyan Parag officially named Rajasthan Royals captain, sees off competition from Ravindra Jadeja

Parag, since making his debut in IPL in 2019, has played all his career with the Royals. He also led the side in 8 matches last year with Samson out because of injury. The stint, however, ended with only two wins in those eight games but Parag did well with the bat.

IPL 2026 | Rajasthan Royals set to name new captain and it is not Ravindra Jadeja

The changes at the Chinnaswamy stadium included wider gates, defined pathways in and out of the venue for emergency services such as ambulances, multiple concourses for fan assembly inside the venue, and ramp constructions to facilitate easier access for the specially-abled.

IPL 2026 | RCB home ground Chinnswamy cleared to host IPL and international matches after implementing infrastructure changes

Ian Bell will work alongside assistant coach Matthew Mott and team mentor Kevin Pietersen. The support staff also includes director of cricket Venugopal Rao and bowling coach Munaf Patel.

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Mustafizur Rahman, who was picked for IPL 2026 by KKR, was released by the franchise after a request from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). 

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Shashank, who just recovered from a minor injury, emphasised that the camp was crucial for reconnecting with teammates and integrating the new faces.

‘Young players have become more mature’: Punjab Kings’ Shashank Singh ahead of IPL 2026

The Chinnaswamy Stadium was in the spotlight a day after RCB won their maiden IPL title in Ahmedabad. In a victory parade organised on 4 Jun 2025, a fatal stampede led to the death of 11 Royal RCB fans.

IPL 2026: RCB to learn Chinnaswamy Stadium fate next week ahead of key governing council meeting - Report

From MS Dhoni to Gautam Gambhir here is a look at five batters with most IPL runs without a hundred. The list also features popular names like Robin Uthappa, Dinesh Karthik and Faf du Plessis. 

Meet 5 batters with most IPL runs without a hundred ft MS Dhoni

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five batters with most runs for single IPL franchise. The illustrious list also features the likes of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and AB de Villiers. 

Meet 5 batters with most runs for single IPL franchise ft Virat, Rohit

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual IPL scores. The illustrious list also contains the names KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Murali Vijay. 

Meet 5 Indian batters with highest individual IPL score ft Abhishek Sharma

From KL Rahul to AB de Villiers here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

Meet 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title ft AB de Villiers

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most fifties in IPL. The honourbale list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul and Suresh Raina. 

Meet 5 Indian batters with most fifties in IPL ft Virat, Rohit

A wicketkeeper-batter in his playing days, Yagnik enjoyed a solid domestic career with Rajasthan and made 25 IPL appearances between 2011 and 2014.

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders appoint Dishant Yagnik as fielding coach for upcoming season

From Yashasvi Jaiswal to Abhishek Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties. The list also features the likes of KL Rahul, Yusuf Pathan and Suresh Raina who have scored fastest fifties in the IPL. 

Meet 5 Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties ft Yashasvi Jaiswal

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh. 

Meet 5 batters with highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL ft Rohit Sharma

In a proposal to Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), RCB has offered to install 300-350 AI powered cameras in the stadium to help the ground authorities and local law enforcement in crowd management.

RCB offers 'AI solution' for Chinnaswamy in bid to get permission for playing IPL 2026 matches

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma, 5 highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL

The BCB has also reached out to the ICC, demanding to move Bangladesh's T20 WC league matches out of India. 

Bangladesh government imposes indefinite ban on IPL 2026 telecast

Ravindra Jadeja emerges as a strong contender for Rajasthan Royals captaincy in IPL 2026 after Sanju Samson’s exit. A cryptic social media post by RR has sparked fresh leadership speculation.

IPL 2026 alert: Ravindra Jadeja in line to captain Rajasthan Royals

After releasing Mustafizur Rahman, Kolkata Knight Riders are exploring several options for IPL 2026, including overseas fast bowlers, all-rounders and Indian batting depth, as the franchise looks to rebuild balance and strength in its squad.


After Mustafizur Rahman’s release, THESE 5 options could reshape KKR’s IPL 2026 plans

The Bangladesh's sports advisor has also requested that Bangladesh’s information and broadcasting ministry not telecast IPL 2026 in the country.

Drama escalates as Bangladesh to ask ICC to reallocate T20 WC matches out of India due to ‘safety concerns’

Mustafizur Rahman, bought by KKR during the December auctions in Abu Dhabi, has become a topic of debate after Indian political leaders showed discontent over the inclusion of Bangladeshi players.

BCCI asks Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman amid tensions - Report

During the IPL 2026 auctions in Abu Dhabi, KKR bought Mustafizur Rahman for Rs 9.2 crore, one of the highest during the auctions for a foreign player. 

IPL 2026: BJP leader slams Shah Rukh Khan, calls him 'traitor' after KKR purchases Bangladeshi player

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru head into IPL 2026 with a strong, well-balanced squad. With key players retained and smart auction buys, RCB look ready to build on last season’s success and defend their title.


Defending champions RCB set for IPL 2026: Check updated squad, batters, pacers and more

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RCB home ground Chinnswamy cleared to host matches after implementing changes

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals appoint Ian Bell as new assistant coach

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman joins Lahore Qalandars ahead of PSL 2026

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RCB offers 'AI solution' for Chinnaswamy to be able to play IPL 2026 matches

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Defending champions RCB set for IPL 2026: Check updated squad, batters and more