Jaipur will host four Rajasthan Royals matches in the second phase of IPL 2026, with the city’s first game scheduled for April 25 against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. The BCCI released the schedule on Thursday, March 26, 2026, ending the wait for Jaipur fans after the city was missing from the early fixtures.
Rajasthan Royals will also take on Delhi Capitals on May 1, Gujarat Titans on May 9, and Lucknow Super Giants on May 19 in Jaipur. All four matches are set to begin at 7:30 pm, giving the city a compact run of evening home games late in the season.
Quick Highlights
- Jaipur’s first IPL 2026 match: Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 25
- Other fixtures: Delhi Capitals (May 1), Gujarat Titans (May 9), Lucknow Super Giants (May 19)
- All matches at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, starting at 7:30 pm
- Rajasthan Royals will play their first three home matches in Guwahati before shifting to Jaipur
Jaipur Match Schedule
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 7:30 pm |
| May 1, 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 7:30 pm |
| May 9, 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 7:30 pm |
| May 19, 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | 7:30 pm |
What Jaipur fans can expect
The Jaipur leg will feature several high-profile players, including Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, and KL Rahul, making it one of the most anticipated stretches of Rajasthan’s home season.
The return of matches to Sawai Mansingh Stadium also brings back the strong home crowd atmosphere the venue is known for, with packed stands expected once again.
Why the second-phase schedule matters
Earlier, Rajasthan’s home games were centered in Guwahati, where they are set to face Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This left Jaipur without matches in the opening phase despite the tournament starting on March 28.
The updated schedule restores Jaipur’s presence with four matches between April 25 and May 19. These games are also expected to boost local business activity, including hotels, restaurants, and transport, as fans travel to the city.
RCA’s preparations
Rajasthan Cricket Association officials have welcomed the development, stating they will coordinate with the state government to ensure smooth आयोजन of all matches in Jaipur.
Overall, Jaipur returns as a key venue in the latter half of Rajasthan Royals’ home campaign, with four confirmed dates for live IPL action.
