However, before the new season, there has been so much uncertainty over the availability of the ace Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood, and still, there is no official confirmation on the same. The experienced fast bowler is still recovering from hamstring and Achilles injuries.
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It is being said that Hazlewood is likely to return only later in the 2026 season. With their strike bowler unavailable for the start of the season, RCB is likely to play Jacob Duffy in his place, as Yash Dayal will not also take part in the tournament due to his legal battle.
RCB’s bowling under pressure without Josh Hazlewood
Hazlewood’s absence can hurt RCB badly because the gap between him and the backup options is huge. Duffy is still getting used to Indian pitches and conditions, so expecting the same impact from him will be stupid. Their spin department is also another concern for the defending champions.
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No opening ceremony for IPL 2026 as BCCI to honour Bengaluru Stampede victims
Meanwhile, the BCCI has decided not to hold the usual opening ceremony for IPL 2026 before the season opener, as a mark of respect for the 11 people who lost their lives in the stampede during RCB’s title celebrations in Bengaluru last year on June 4.
However, the BCCI is planning a big closing ceremony on May 31. Saikia was quoted as saying by Times of India: “However, the BCCI and the IPL Governing Council are planning a grand entertainment function at the closing of the IPL, on the day of the final (May 31).”
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