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Rajasthan Royals Seek Pune as Partial Home Base for IPL 2026 as MCA Weighs Request

A formal approach follows strained ties with the Rajasthan board after a disputed fixing claim.

Overview

  • An RR operations team recently inspected Pune’s MCA Stadium, airport access and logistics.
  • The franchise has emailed the Maharashtra Cricket Association to request four home fixtures at Gahunje, with remaining home games proposed for Guwahati.
  • MCA officials acknowledge talks and say president Rohit Pawar wants the IPL to return to Pune.
  • RCB have explored Pune as an option because Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy currently lacks clearance after a fatal victory-parade stampede, though their discussions are less advanced and they sought time until the December auction.
  • Any relocation depends on MCA readiness checks and a final decision by the BCCI, and no approvals have been announced.