The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin on March 22, 2025, and will conclude with a thrilling final on May 25, 2025. With a total of 74 matches, 10 teams, and intense cricketing action, IPL 2025 promises to be bigger than ever!
IPL 2025 Schedule Overview
- Tournament Start Date: March 22, 2025
- Final Match Date: May 25, 2025
- Total Teams: (10 Teams Competing for the Trophy)
- Total Matches: 74 Matches
- Venues: Across 13 Iconic Stadiums in India
- Match Timings:
- Afternoon Matches: 3:30 PM IST
- Evening Matches: 7:30 PM IST
- Streaming & TV Broadcast: Reliance Jio & Star Sports
Key Matches & Venues
🔥 Opening Match (March 22, 2025)
- Teams: 🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Venue: 🏟️ Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Time: ⏰ 7:30 PM IST
🏆 IPL 2025 Final (May 25, 2025)
- Venue: 🏟️ Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Time: ⏰ 7:30 PM IST
👉 Eden Gardens will host both the opening and final matches, making it one of the most prestigious venues in IPL history.
IPL 2025 Full Match Schedule
Here is the complete IPL 2025 fixture list, including dates, venues, and match details:
| Match No. | Date | Teams | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | March 22 | KKR vs RCB | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| 2️⃣ | March 23 | CSK vs MI | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 3️⃣ | March 24 | LSG vs GT | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 4️⃣ | March 25 | SRH vs DC | Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| 5️⃣ | March 26 | PBKS vs RR | Mohali | 7:30 PM |
| 🔥 | May 25 | IPL 2025 Final | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
📌 For a full match schedule, visit the official IPL website.
IPL 2025 Teams & Captains
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | MS Dhoni / Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | Hardik Pandya |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Rajat Patidar |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Ajinkya Rahane |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Pat Cummins |
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | Axar Patel |
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Shreyas Iyer |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Sanju Samson / Riyan Parag |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | Shubman Gill |
| Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | Rishabh Pant |
👀 Some teams may announce changes in leadership before the season kicks off.
Players to Watch in IPL 2025
🌟 Rishabh Pant (DC): Making a comeback after injury.
⚡ Shubman Gill (GT): Leading Gujarat Titans as captain.
🚀 MS Dhoni (CSK): Might be his last IPL season.
💥 Virat Kohli (RCB): Consistently among the top run-scorers.
🔥 Jasprit Bumrah (MI): Back in full form for MI.
Where to Watch IPL 2025 Live?
✅ TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network 📡
✅ Live Streaming: Reliance Jio’s JioCinema (Free Streaming) 📱
✅ OTT Subscription Plans: ₹299+ for HD Access
👉 Watch IPL 2025 live for FREE on JioCinema if you have an active plan!
💰 IPL 2025 Prize Money & Auction Highlights
🏆 Total Prize Pool: ₹50 Crore+ 💰
📢 Highest Bid Player: Rishabh Pant (₹25 Crore to Delhi Capitals)
🚀 Most Expensive Foreign Player: Mitchell Starc (₹22 Crore to KKR)
🚀 IPL 2025 Predictions & Expectations
📌 Can CSK win their 6th IPL title?
📌 Will Virat Kohli finally lift the IPL trophy with RCB?
📌 Can new talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal & Tilak Varma shine this season?
Stay tuned for the biggest cricket festival of 2025!
📢 Who do you think will win IPL 2025? Comment below!