Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is drenched in a different shade of emerald this Saturday. in the 26th match of ipl 2026 Season, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are hosting Delhi Capitals (DC) In a very risky encounter in the afternoon. While the cricket world expects the usual red and gold, the home team has replaced its traditional colors with an eye-catching green kit, a move that has become a cornerstone of the franchise’s identity beyond the boundary lines.
Why did Royal Challengers Bangalore abandon their traditional kit against DC?
The decision to ditch the red jersey for today’s encounter is part of RCB’s prestigious ‘Go Green Initiative’, a tradition that the franchise has proudly maintained since 2011. These special jerseys aren’t just a fashion statement; They are made from 100% recycled waste, serving as a tangible symbol of the team’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Notably, Royal Challengers Bangalore remains the only carbon-neutral T20 franchise in the world.
The initiative aims to raise global awareness about climate change and environmental protection. according to Rajesh MenonCEO of RCB, achieving carbon-neutral status is the result of over a decade of structured work focused on measurement and accountability. “The green jersey reflects this commitment, and we hope this initiative will inspire our fans to adopt more responsible practicesMenon said.
Beyond the kit, RCB’s green mission extends to stadium operations. The franchise conducts thorough audits of fan travel patterns and carbon emissions per spectator. To deal with this, match tickets now double as Bengaluru Metro passes, encouraging fans to leave their cars behind. At the stadium level, the team uses solar-powered lighting and a hard waste separation system. Today’s match is more than just a game; It is a platform for a carbon-positive future that RCB is actively building.
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Playing XI and impressive options of both the teams
Delhi Capitals captain on the toss Akshar Patel Chose to bowl first, citing Chinnaswamy’s reputation as a dominant chasing grounder. rcb captain Rajat Patidar expressed satisfaction with the result, noting that the team were keen to set a goal while donning their sustainability-themed colours.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (Playing XI): Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (captain), Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyyash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood.
Effect Options: Rasikh Salaam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal.
Delhi Capitals (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Auqib Nabi Dar, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar.
Effect Options: Vipraj Nigam, Ashutosh Sharma, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera, Nitish Rana.
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