IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru to begin title defence against Sunrisers Hyderabad; Check fixtures for first phase

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The fixtures for the first phase of IPL 2026 were officially announced on Wednesday. The first phase will consist of 20 matches that will take place between 28 March and 12 April.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Indian Premier League in 2026.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru players celebrate with the trophy after winning the Indian Premier League in 2026. (REUTERS)

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will begin their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign with a blockbuster clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Bengaluru on 28 March.

The fixtures for the first phase of IPL 2026 were officially announced on Wednesday. The first phase will consist of 20 matches, between 28 March and 12 April.

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