IPL 2026: RCB & KSCA Set To Unveil Memorial Plaque & 11 Reserved Seats For Bengaluru Stampede Victims

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Karnataka State Cricket Association will unveil a heartfelt tribute to the 11 fans who tragically lost their lives in a crowd stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL title celebrations on June 4, 2025.

The memorial includes the installation of a commemorative plaque near the inner stadium entrance and the permanent reservation of 11 seats in a premier stand, left unsold at every match to symbolize those who died.

As the IPL season resumes at the iconic venue, pre-match tributes will be conducted, including a minute’s silence and the display of the victims’ names. Visiting teams are expected to join in the remembrance, underscoring the collective respect for the lives lost.

The June 2025 stampede shocked fans nationwide when thousands gathered outside the stadium to celebrate RCB’s maiden IPL triumph. Eleven supporters, including a 14‑year‑old, were killed and dozens injured in the chaos, prompting calls for improved crowd management and lasting memorials.

'Ye Hairstyle Mai Trophy Ke Saath Photo…': RCB Skipper Rajat Patidar's Quirky Remark Goes Viral Ahead Of IPL 2026; Video

Ahead of the IPL 2026 season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar has unveiled a bold new hairstyle, sporting long hair that has quickly caught the attention of fans and media alike. Speaking during RCB Bold Diaries, Patidar jokingly said, “Mai chahta hu ki iss hairstyle mai ek mera pass photo ho trophy ke saath,” hinting at his hopes to lift the IPL trophy once again.

RCB, champions of last year’s IPL, will be eager to defend their title, and Patidar’s playful comment reflects the team’s mix of confidence and optimism. Fans have flooded social media with reactions to his new look, praising the stylish transformation while sharing memes imagining him holding the trophy.

The skipper’s long-haired makeover seems to be more than a fashion statement, it signals a fresh, energetic mindset heading into the new season. With IPL 2026 around the corner, all eyes will be on Patidar both on and off the field, as he leads RCB in their quest for consecutive championships.