Anushka Sharma, Smriti Mandhana, Shreyanka Patil and Jemimah Rodrigues Attend RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 Opener at M Chinnaswamy
Mandhana and Patil were seen supporting the men's team as they began their own championship defence at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The IPL 2026 season commenced at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday with a high-profile crowd supporting Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Anushka Sharma attended to support husband Virat Kohli, alongside RCB's Women’s Premier League icons Smriti Mandhana and Shreyanka Patil. Mandhana and Patil were joined by India international Jemimah Rodrigues. Their presence follows the women’s team's recent trophy win, highlighting the strong synergy between the franchises. RCB, SRH Players Observe One Minute Silence in Honour of Stampede Victims Ahead of IPL 2026 Opener.
Stars in Attendance For IPL 2026 Opener
RCB women players also reached Chinnaswamy Stadium for the opening match of men's cricket. Anushka Sharma was also present along with Smriti Mandhana, Shreyanka Patil and Jemima Rodrigues. #IPL2026 #RCBvsSRH pic.twitter.com/WcyfBGd3zt
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