The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has voiced its disappointment following the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s decision to move the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. Traditionally, the final is hosted in the city where the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are based. However, the BCCI cited 'certain requirements' from local authorities as the reason for the shift, without providing specific details. KSCA president Venkatesh Prasad had previously communicated the association's eagerness to host the playoffs, having undertaken significant renovations and security improvements at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium after a tragic incident during a previous event. Despite the disappointment regarding the playoffs, KSCA remains committed to supporting cricket events and is prepared to host matches of national and international significance. Notably, the stadium will welcome international cricket back later this year with matches scheduled against the West Indies and Sri Lanka.