Patiala, 16 February (Sports Desk)
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is set to begin on March 22 , as announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) . Now in its 18th edition , the IPL remains the world’s most lucrative franchise-based T20 cricket tournament, attracting fans globally with its thrilling matches and star-studded lineups.
IPL 2025 Key Highlights
- Opening Match: The tournament will kick off with reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosting Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata on March 22 (Saturday) .
- Second Match: The following day, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on March 23 (Sunday) .
Tournament Format
This year’s IPL will follow the same format as the previous season, featuring 10 teams divided into two groups of five .
- Each team will play:
- Twice against the other teams in their group.
- Twice against one designated opponent from the other group.
- Once against the remaining four teams in the league stage.
The top four teams from the league stage will advance to the playoffs.
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Playoffs Schedule
- Qualifier 1: The top two teams will face off in Hyderabad on May 20 , with the winner securing a spot in the final.
- Eliminator: Teams finishing third and fourth will compete in the Eliminator, with the winner advancing to Qualifier 2 .
- Qualifier 2: The loser of Qualifier 1 will face the Eliminator winner to decide the second finalist.
- Final: The season will culminate with the final match in Kolkata on May 25 .
Venues and Fixtures
While the full schedule is yet to be released, key venues have been confirmed:
- Kolkata: Hosts the opening match and the final.
- Hyderabad: Venue for Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator.
IPL 2025 schedule
March & April Month Schedule
| DATE | MATCH | Venue | Time (IST) |
| 22 Mar | PBKS vs DC | Mohali | 3:30 PM |
| 25 Mar | KKR vs SRH | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 25 Mar | RR vs LSG | Jaipur | 3:30 PM |
| 26 Mar | GT vs MI | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| 26 Mar | RCB vs PBKS | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| 27 Mar | CSK vs GT | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 27 Mar | SRH vs MI | Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| 28 Mar | RR vs DC | Jaipur | 7:30 PM |
| 28 Mar | RCB vs KKR | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| 29 Mar | LSG vs PBKS | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 29 Mar | GT vs SRH | Ahmedabad | 3:30 PM |
| 30 Mar | DC vs CSK | Vizag | 7:30 PM |
| 30 Mar | MI vs RR | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| 03 Apr | DC vs KKR | Vizag | 7:30 PM |
| 04 Apr | GT vs PBKS | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| 05 Apr | SRH vs CSK | Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| 06 Apr | RR vs RCB | Jaipur | 7:30 PM |
| 07 Apr | MI vs DC | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| 08 Apr | LSG vs GT | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 09 Apr | CSK vs KKR | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 10 Apr | PBKS vs SRH | Mohali | 7:30 PM |
| 11 Apr | RR vs GT | Jaipur | 7:30 PM |
| 12 Apr | MI vs RCB | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| 13 Apr | LSG vs DC | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 14 Apr | PBKS vs RR | Mohali | 7:30 PM |
| 15 Apr | KKR vs LSG | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 16 Apr | MI vs CSK | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| 18 Apr | RCB vs SRH | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| 20 Apr | KKR vs RR | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 21 Apr | GT vs DC | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| 22 Apr | PBKS vs MI | Mohali | 7:30 PM |
| 23 Apr | LSG vs CSK | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 24 Apr | DC vs SRH | Delhi | 7:30 PM |
| 27 Apr | KKR vs RCB | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 28 Apr | PKBS vs GT | Mohali | 7:30 PM |
| 30 Apr | RR vs MI | Jaipur | 7:30 PM |
May Month Schedule
| 1 May | CSK vs LSG | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 2 May | DC vs GT | Delhi | 7:30 PM |
| 3 May | SRH vs RCB | Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| 4 May | KKR vs PBKS | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 7 May | DC vs MI | Delhi | 7:30 PM |
| 10 May | LSG vs RR | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 12 May | GT vs RCB | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| 14 May | CSK vs SRH | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 16 May | KKR vs DC | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 18 May | LSG vs MI | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
IPL 2025 Playoffs
| May 20 | Qualifier 1 – 1st Position Team on League Stage vs 2nd Position Team of League Stage | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| May 21 | Eliminator – Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| May 23 | Qualifier 2 – Loser of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Eliminator | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| May 25 | Final – Winner of Qualifier 2 vs Winner of Qualifier 1 | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
Stay tuned for the complete list of fixtures and timings as the BCCI releases further details.
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What to Expect
With the same 10 teams competing this season, fans can look forward to intense rivalries, high-octane performances, and nail-biting finishes. The IPL continues to be a celebration of cricket, uniting fans across the globe.
Mark your calendars for March 22 , as the battle for supremacy begins once again!
