The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is painted in a different shade today as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) take on the Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 26 of IPL 2026. While fans are accustomed to the iconic red and gold, today's clash sees the home team donning their special Green Jersey . This annual tradition, which began in 2011, is more than just a kit change; it is a global statement on environmental conservation.
As the only carbon-neutral T20 franchise in the world, RCB uses this specific matchday to promote their “Go Green” initiative, aiming to inspire millions of viewers to adopt sustainable lifestyles.
IPL 2026 Match 26: RCB vs DC Match Details
| Feature | Details |
| Match | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Delhi Capitals (DC), Match 26 |
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Jersey Theme | Annual “Go Green” Initiative |
| Toss Result | Delhi Capitals won the toss and opted to bowl first |
Why do RCB Players Wear Green Jersey?
The green jersey is the centrepiece of RCB's Green Initiative, a campaign launched in 2011 to spread awareness about global warming and environmental sustainability.The kits worn by Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and the rest of the squad today are made from 100% recycled waste and plastic collected from the stadium and surrounding areas in Bengaluru.
This symbolic gesture highlights the franchise’s commitment to being eco-friendly.As part of the tradition, the RCB captain presents a plant sapling to the opposing captain at the toss, replacing the standard team pennant exchange to signify growth and a greener future.
Is The Green Jersey A “Jinx” For Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
While the initiative is widely praised, fans often discuss the “Green Jersey Jinx.” Statistically, RCB has struggled while wearing this kit. In their last 15 “Go Green” matches since 2011, the team has managed only five victories and suffered nine defeats, with one match ending in a no-result. The most famous moment in this jersey came in 2016, when Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers both smashed centuries in the same innings against the Gujarat Lions.
However, recent years have been tougher, including a heartbreaking one-run loss to KKR in 2024 and a heavy defeat in the UAE in 2021. Today, the team looks to break that trend against a struggling Delhi side.