New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- The Rolling Stones have called off plans for a major UK and European stadium tour in 2026, despite early indications that the legendary rock band was preparing to return to the road.

A source close to the group has confirmed that the decision was taken after guitarist Keith Richards was unable to commit to the demands of an extended tour.

Although the tour was never formally announced, expectations had been raised after the band's touring pianist Chuck Leavell and a spokesperson suggested in recent UK interviews that the Stones were close to finishing a new studio album.

The record would mark their second collaboration with producer Andrew Watt, following 2023's Hackney Diamonds, and was expected to be supported b...