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RR vs RCB 2026: Clash of Titans as Royals Host Bengaluru in Guwahati

The in-form Rajasthan Royals, who lead the standings, will host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a crucial IPL 2026 match in Guwahati. Both teams possess powerful batting line-ups, with a key contest between RR's aggressive openers and RCB's pace attack. The match will feature star players like Virat Kohli and Jofra Archer, with RCB looking to halt RR's perfect start. The fixture will be broadcast live on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar this Friday evening.

Key Points: IPL 2026: RR vs RCB Match Time, Venue, Live Streaming Details

  • Top-ranked RR face in-form RCB
  • Key battle: Jaiswal vs RCB's bowling
  • Virat Kohli crucial for Bengaluru's start
  • Live on Star Sports & JioHotstar
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IPL 2026: When and where to watch RR vs RCB match, know details

Watch Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru live. Get match time, venue, squad lists, and live streaming info for the IPL 2026 clash in Guwahati.

"Both sides boast formidable batting units, though Rajasthan appear slightly more settled with the ball. - Analysis"

Guwahati, April 9

Two in-form teams - Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru - will square off in the 16th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Friday, with one team poised to apply brakes on the other team's winning streak.

Rajasthan Royals have surged to the top of the standings after winning all three of their matches so far, with victories over Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Mumbai Indians. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru head into the contest on the back of consecutive wins against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai.

Both sides boast formidable batting units, though Rajasthan appear slightly more settled with the ball under the leadership of Riyan Parag. The pace attacks on either side are equally threatening with the new ball. Jacob Duffy and Bhuvneshwar Kumar spearhead Bengaluru's attack, while Jofra Archer partners with Nandre Burger at the top for Rajasthan.

A key battle will be how Bengaluru handle Rajasthan's aggressive opening combination of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who have been in destructive form this season. In response, the defending champions will rely on Virat Kohli and Phil Salt to provide a steady start, paving the way for a late onslaught from Tim David, who made a significant impact in the previous outing against Chennai.

When: Friday, April 10, 7:30 PM IST

Where: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

Where to watch: The RR vs RCB match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game.

Squads:

Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Perala, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Dasun Shanaka, Adam Milne, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Kuldeep Sen, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, and Sandeep Sharma

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (c), Tim David, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Philip Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Jacob Bethell, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Abhinandan Singh, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Nuwan Thushara, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Duffy, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Kanishk Chouhan, Mangesh Yadav, Satvik Deswal

- IANS

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Sarah B
Excited to see a match in Guwahati! It's great for the IPL to host games in the Northeast. The Barsapara Stadium always has an amazing atmosphere. Hoping the weather holds up.
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Vikram M
RR's bowling looks more balanced to me. Parag's captaincy has been spot on. RCB's middle order after Kohli and Salt still seems a bit shaky. If Jaiswal gets going early, it could be a long night for Bengaluru's bowlers.
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Priya S
As an RCB fan, my heart is already racing! Just hoping our bowlers can contain Jaiswal and Suryavanshi. Bhuvneshwar Kumar needs to have a great day with the new ball. Come on, boys! #PlayBold 💪
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Rohit P
Good to have the details clear. Star Sports and JioHotstar it is. One small suggestion for future articles - maybe include the toss time as well? It helps plan the start of viewing. Otherwise, great preview!
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Kavya N
The battle between Archer and Kohli will be epic! Two modern greats. RR is on a roll, but RCB has the momentum too. This is why IPL is the best league in the world. Can't wait! 😄

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