Overview
- The Maharashtra Cricket Association said officials from Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru recently inspected the MCA International Stadium in Pune.
- MCA publicly thanked both franchises and voiced confidence that BCCI will approve the venue for one team’s fixtures, while stressing the board will make the final call.
- Reports indicate Rajasthan Royals are the likelier candidate to shift, with safety non-compliance at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium and RCA instability cited as factors.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru are expected to continue at M Chinnaswamy after Karnataka’s cabinet allowed matches to resume under Justice Cunha Commission safety norms.
- No hosting commitment has been made by MCA, with any relocation contingent on BCCI approval, state clearances, and logistical planning ahead of the 2026 season.