The excitement surrounding the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to ramp up as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the full schedule for the 18th season of this much-anticipated T20 tournament. Kicking off on March 22, 2025, the IPL promises to be an action-packed event featuring 10 teams competing for the coveted title. With a familiar structure, this season is poised to deliver thrilling cricketing moments.
In the playoffs, Punjab Kings will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1 in Mullanpur on May 29. Gujarat Titans will face Mumbai Indians in Eliminator on May 30, also in Mullanpur.
Key Dates and Venues
- Opening Match: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22, 2025, at Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata.
- Final: The grand finale is scheduled for June 3, 2025.
- Qualifier 1: PBKS vs RCB on May 29, 2025.
- Eliminator: GT vs MI on May 30, 2025.
- Qualifier 2: This match will occur on June 1, 2025 to determine the second finalist.
IPL 2025 Full Schedule
IPL 2025 Revised Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Day | Home Team | Away Team | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 17-May-25 | Sat | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Kolkata Knight Riders | Bengaluru | 19:30 |
| 59 | 18-May-25 | Sun | Rajasthan Royals | Punjab Kings | Jaipur | 15:30 |
| 60 | 18-May-25 | Sun | Delhi Capitals | Gujarat Titans | Delhi | 19:30 |
| 61 | 19-May-25 | Mon | Lucknow Super Giants | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Lucknow | 19:30 |
| 62 | 20-May-25 | Tue | Chennai Super Kings | Rajasthan Royals | Delhi | 19:30 |
| 63 | 21-May-25 | Wed | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai | 19:30 |
| 64 | 22-May-25 | Thu | Gujarat Titans | Lucknow Super Giants | Ahmedabad | 19:30 |
| 65 | 23-May-25 | Fri | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bengaluru | 19:30 |
| 66 | 24-May-25 | Sat | Punjab Kings | Delhi Capitals | Jaipur | 19:30 |
| 67 | 25-May-25 | Sun | Gujarat Titans | Chennai Super Kings | Ahmedabad | 15:30 |
| 68 | 25-May-25 | Sun | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata Knight Riders | Delhi | 19:30 |
| 69 | 26-May-25 | Mon | Punjab Kings | Mumbai Indians | Jaipur | 19:30 |
| 70 | 27-May-25 | Tue | Lucknow Super Giants | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Lucknow | 19:30 |
| 29-May-25 | Thu | Qualifier 1: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Mullanpur | 19:30 | ||
| 30-May-25 | Fri | Eliminator 1: Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians | Mullanpur | 19:30 | ||
| 01-June-25 | Sun | Qualifier 2: Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator | Ahmedabad | 19:30 | ||
| 03-June-25 | Tue | IPL FINAL: Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2 | Ahmedabad | 19:30 | ||
Where to Watch IPL 2025?
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the live action from the IPL 2025 on JioHostar, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the thrilling T20 action.
As the countdown to the tournament begins, anticipation is building among cricket fans worldwide. With blockbuster matchups on the horizon and teams eager to lift the trophy, IPL 2025 is set to enthral audiences and deliver another season of sensational cricket.
