Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium not to host Ranji final; here's why

2026-02-19 - 15:13

The Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir will be held in Hubballi, not Bengaluru, due to ongoing safety upgrades at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. This strategic move, confirmed by KSCA, aims to ensure a high-quality spectator experience and promote cricket statewide, fostering fan engagement beyond the capital.