Big Boost for Assam: Guwahati Gets Three Rajasthan Royals Home Games

Cricket fans in Guwahati have reason to celebrate as the Rajasthan Royals have confirmed that the city will host three home matches in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

The Royals have finalised a split-home arrangement, with four matches scheduled in Jaipur and three in Guwahati. The decision reinforces Guwahati’s growing reputation as an emerging IPL venue and strengthens the franchise’s connection with fans in the Northeast.

All three matches in Assam will be played at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, which has previously hosted IPL games and international fixtures. The stadium has witnessed enthusiastic crowds over the past seasons, prompting the franchise to continue its association with the region.

For Guwahati, hosting three matches is a significant boost. The move not only provides local fans with more opportunities to watch top-level T20 cricket live but also contributes to the city’s sporting economy through tourism, hospitality, and local business engagement.

Team officials have indicated that expanding their footprint in the Northeast is part of a broader strategy to widen the Royals’ fan base beyond Rajasthan. Guwahati has steadily become the team’s second home, with strong support from cricket lovers across Assam and neighbouring states.

With the IPL 2026 schedule expected to generate high excitement, Guwahati is set to once again experience the electrifying atmosphere of franchise cricket under lights.