RCB vs DC Match 26 Live Streaming will be available on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar from 3:30 PM IST on Saturday, April 18.
This is not just another afternoon IPL clash. It is Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, a venue that has already produced high-scoring games this season. With two aggressive batting sides meeting, this one could move fast.
RCB arrive in a stronger rhythm with 4 wins in 5 matches and a +1.503 NRR. DC have been less consistent at 2 wins in 4 matches, but still carry enough batting depth to threaten any side.
Add a batting-friendly venue and afternoon conditions, and this becomes one of the more watchable fixtures of the week.
RCB vs DC Match 26: Quick Details
Everything you need before the 3:30 PM IST start.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | RCB vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 26 |
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| TV Broadcast (India) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar |
Where to Watch RCB vs DC Match 26 Live
Platform-by-platform guide for major regions.
| Country | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | A Sports, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha App |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Channel 7 | Kayo Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
| Middle East & North Africa | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT |
| Caribbean | SportsMax | SportsMax App |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC Channel Eye | Dialog TV Go |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV | Rabbithole App |
| Canada | ATN Cricket Plus | ATN Online |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Nepal & Bhutan | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |
How to Stream on JioHotstar
Be ready before toss time.
- Download the JioHotstar app or open the website
- Sign in to your account
- Ensure your active plan supports live sports
- Search IPL 2026
- Select RCB vs DC Match 26 and start streaming
RCB vs DC Form Guide
The table says RCB has the edge, and recent results support it.
| Team | M | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +1.503 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0.322 |
RCB have won 4 of their last 5 matches, including recent victories over Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Their only defeat in that stretch came against Rajasthan Royals.
Delhi Capitals have won 2 of their last 4 matches this season, beating Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, but enter this clash after back-to-back losses against Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.
RCB vs DC Head-to-Head Record
RCB vs DC last 10 recent meetings.
| Last 10 Matches | Result |
|---|---|
| RCB Wins | 6 |
| DC Wins | 4 |
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Conclusion: RCB vs DC Match 26 Live Streaming on JioHotstar and Star Sports
Fans in India can watch RCB vs DC Match 26 live on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar. The match begins at 3:30 PM IST on April 18, 2026, in Bengaluru.
RCB enters as the more complete side. Better form, stronger points table position, and home familiarity. DC still has enough firepower to upset them, but they need a sharper bowling day than recent numbers suggest. At Chinnaswamy, mediocre bowling usually gets exposed quickly.
FAQs
Star Sports Network on TV and JioHotstar for streaming.
3:30 PM IST on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
At M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
RCB leads 6-4 across the last 10 meetings.
Yes. Average first innings score is 170, and high totals are common.
