IPL 2026: RR to Split Home Matches Between Guwahati and Pune as per Reports

Current reports suggest that Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) may host their 2026 games in Pune and Guwahati. The development arises amid an ongoing spat involving RR and the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA).

IPL Chair Speaks on RR-RCA Hosting Issues, Cites Difficulty Amid Leadership Uncertainty

IPL executive Arun Dhumal recently spoke on the row involving RR and the local cricket association. Mr. Dhumal claimed the IPL communicated with RCA regarding lingering issues while claiming difficulties arising from delayed elections affect any hosting chances in Jaipur:

“We had already communicated to the RCA last year that in case you are not able to organise these elections, it would be difficult for us to conduct the tournament there,” Mr. Dhumal said. The top administrator also said the elections will determine if Jaipur can host IPL games, as a new body must handle operations from next season:

“As of now, that has not happened, so until and unless they conduct those elections and a new elected body comes in and the facility is good enough to take care of IPL games, we will watch the situation and take the right action in due course,” the IPL executive concluded.

“In this regard, the RCA was neither informed of nor associated with the third-party assessment reportedly commissioned by the franchise. The RCA wishes to state unequivocally that the Sawai Mansingh Stadium is structurally sound and operationally safe. The stadium has successfully hosted IPL matches for nearly two decades, in addition to numerous domestic and international fixtures,”

“Most recently, Vijay Hazare Trophy matches were conducted at the venue with large spectator attendance and without any safety or security incidents, further reaffirming its readiness to host high-profile events.

“Jaipur has historically been, and continues to be, the home venue of the Rajasthan Royals, and the people of Rajasthan have consistently demonstrated unwavering support for the franchise,”

“The RCA remains fully committed to working constructively with the Rajasthan Royals, the BCCI, and all stakeholders to resolve any concerns promptly and professionally, in the larger interest of the game,”

“We respectfully request the BCCI to allocate the home matches of the Rajasthan Royals to the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, for the forthcoming IPL season. The RCA assures its complete cooperation and proactive engagement to ensure the smooth, secure, and successful conduct of IPL 2026 in Jaipur,”

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