IPL 2026 | RCB vs SRH match tickets go on sale: Check how to book online

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season opener is just a few days way and the excitement is just building up.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 lung opener at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday (March 28).

The tickets for the high-voltage contest went on sale from Tuesday (March 24).

Where to buy tickets?

Tickets will be available only through the official RCB website and app.

Guidelines to buy tickets

Visit the official booking platform at shop.royalchallengers.com or open the RCB app. Select the match you are interested in once the link is live. Choose your preferred seating category and number of tickets. Pre-book parking if required: There are limited spots are available at approved zones, including Garuda Mall, St Joseph’s Indian High School, St Joseph’s Boys High School, and Freedom Park. Complete payment and receive the e-ticket.

Match ticket info

The match ticket will show key details such as entry gate, inner gate, stand, row and seat number. The entry QR code will appear only a few hours before the gates open on match day.

Entry and exit info

Please check the outer and inner gates printed on your ticket to ensure smooth entry and exit. Spectator entry will be only through Cubbon Road, Link Road and MG Road. No entry from Queens Road except for certain Pavilion (P) stands.

Free metro ride

RCB also announced that ticket holders can travel for free in metro on match days. Metro tickets can be availed along with the match ticket. You only have to scan the metro ticket QR at the entry and exit gates on the match day.