The wait is over! BCCI has announced the first phase of the IPL 2026 schedule. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the season opener on March 28 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Check the full list of the first 20 matches and venues here.

RCB vs SRH to kick off IPL 2026 on March 28 as BCCI releases phase one schedule

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia has confirmed that the IPL 2026 schedule will be released in two phases due to state assembly elections. The first phase, covering the opening 20 days, is expected on March 12. Defending champions RCB are set to kick off the season on March 28 in Bengaluru.

IPL 2026 schedule announcement split in two phases, first likely on March 12: BCCI Secretary

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RCB vs SRH to kick off IPL 2026 on March 28 as BCCI releases phase one schedule

IPL 2026 schedule announcement split in phases, first likely on Mar 12 - Report