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Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium will not host the Ranji Trophy final; title clash heads to Hubballi – here’s why | Cricket News – The Tech Word News

February 20, 2026
NEW DELHI: The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) on Thursday confirmed that the upcoming Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir will be played in Hubballi. The move was taken so that security upgrade work at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru could progress faster.The finals will begin on February 24.“The KSCA had the option to host this prestigious final either at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru or at the KSCA Hubballi ground. After careful evaluation and detailed consultations, the Association in coordination with the Board of Control for Cricket in India has taken a considered and strategic decision to host the final at Hubballi,” said Vinay Mruthunjaya, KSCA official spokesperson.

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He said work was underway at the Bengaluru site to upgrade infrastructure and security as recommended by the state-appointed expert committee and other authorities.“Several spectator gates and access points are currently being dismantled and expanded along with other important improvements.”“Given these ongoing developments, it would not be possible to provide the high quality match viewing experience and spectator comfort that tournaments such as the Ranji Trophy final deserve,” said Mruthyunjaya.He added that the shift also allows the big match to be played outside Bengaluru, in line with the vision of the newly elected KSCA management committee led by Venkatesh Prasad.“This initiative is aimed at promoting cricket across the state, encouraging regional fan engagement and strengthening the sports ecosystem outside Bengaluru,” he added.

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