Rajasthan Royals host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 16th match of IPL 2026 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati on April 10, 2026. RCB lead the all-time head-to-head 17-14 across 34 IPL meetings, with 3 no results.
This is a clash between IPL 2026’s only two unbeaten teams. RR sit top of the table with three wins from three, while defending champions RCB are third with two wins from two. Something has to give on Friday night in Guwahati.
With Yashasvi Jaiswal (170 runs, Orange Cap holder) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (122 runs at SR 248.98) terrorising bowlers at the top for RR, and Virat Kohli (97 runs at avg 97.00) alongside Devdutt Padikkal (111 runs, two fifties) anchoring RCB, this blockbuster could produce fireworks under the Guwahati lights.
RR vs RCB 16th Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 16th Match |
| Date | 10 April 2026 (Friday) |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2026 (Season 19) |
| Head-to-Head | 34 matches: RCB 17 wins, RR 14 wins, 3 NR |
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Weather Report for RR vs RCB, IPL 2026 Match 16
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22-28°C during match hours |
| Sky | Partly cloudy; chance of brief showers but clearing expected |
| Rain Chance | 15-20% chance of rain; monitor radar but full game expected |
| Humidity | High; Guwahati is naturally humid, dew likely in second innings |
| Overall | Pleasant evening; dew will impact second innings bowling |
Pitch Report for Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium (ACA Stadium), Guwahati, Assam |
| Pitch Type | True surface; even bounce, conducive for stroke-play |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 168-178 in IPL T20s at this venue |
| Pace vs Spin | Pacers get movement with new ball; spinners find grip in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Dew makes chasing slightly easier; bowling first preferred |
| Boundary Size | Moderate dimensions; rewards quality batting |
Injury Updates for RR vs RCB, IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals: No injury concerns for the table-toppers. All key players including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Jofra Archer, Ravi Bishnoi, and captain Riyan Parag are fit. This is RR’s last home game in Guwahati before they shift to Jaipur.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: No fresh injury concerns for the defending champions. Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are all fit. Jacob Duffy (5 wickets in 2 matches) has been excellent with the new ball and is available.
RR vs RCB Head-to-Head Record in IPL
| Statistics | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 34 |
| RCB Wins | 17 |
| RR Wins | 14 |
| No Result | 3 |
| Highest Team Total (RR) | 217/4 (IPL 2018) |
| Highest Team Total (RCB) | 205/5 (IPL 2025) |
| Lowest Team Total (RR) | 58 (IPL 2023) |
| Lowest Team Total (RCB) | 70 (IPL 2014) |
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Key Players to Watch in RR vs RCB, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | 2026 Stats So Far |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | Batsman | 170 runs (Orange Cap holder). |
| Ravi Bishnoi | RR | Bowler | 7 wickets (Purple Cap holder). |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | RR | All-rounder | 122 runs (248.98 Strike Rate). |
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Batsman | 97 runs (Avg: 97.00). |
| Devdutt Padikkal | RCB | Batsman | 111 runs (Two half-centuries). |
| Tim David | RCB | Finisher | 86 runs (245.71 Strike Rate). |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | RCB | Bowler | 4 wickets (200+ career wickets). |
