The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to commence on March 22, 2025, and will run until May 25, 2025.
The tournament will feature 10 teams, including defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans, and Lucknow Super Giants.
The opening match will see KKR facing RCB at Eden Gardens on March 22, 2025, in Kolkata. A total of 74 matches will be held across 13 venues in India.
The IPL 2025 schedule includes 74 matches over 65 days, with games played across 13 venues in India. Fans can watch live broadcasts on Star Sports Network and stream matches on JioHotstar.
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IPL 2025 Schedule: Will KKR vs RCB Match Be Abandoned?
The KKR vs RCB match, scheduled for March 22, 2025, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, is under threat of being abandoned due to weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for South Bengal, predicting thunderstorms and rain from Thursday to Sunday, with a significant likelihood of rain on the match day.
Weather Forecast:
- There is a 74% chance of rain on March 22, with cloud cover expected to be at 97%.
- The chance of rainfall increases to 90% in the evening, which is when the match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST.
Impact on the Match:
If the match is abandoned due to rain, points will be divided equally between KKR and RCB.
The ground staff has taken precautions by covering the playing area since Thursday.
Despite these concerns, the weather can be unpredictable, and there is still a possibility that the match might proceed if conditions improve. However, the current forecast suggests a high risk of disruption.
KKR vs LSG IPL 2025 Match Schedule
The Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Lucknow Super Giants match is likely to be shifted from Kolkata to Guwahati due to security concerns. According to CAB president Snehashish Ganguly, "The IPL match between KKR and LSG on April 6 is to be shifted from Kolkata to Guwahati following security concerns on Ram Navami day." However, an official statement from IPL is yet to arrive.
IPL 2025 Schedule: Start Date, Teams & Venue
Here’s the complete details of the IPL 2025 in a nutshell:
- Start Date: March 22, 2025
- End Date: May 25, 2025
Teams Participating
The IPL 2025 will feature ten teams:
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Venues
Matches will be held across 13 venues in India:
- Ahmedabad: Narendra Modi Stadium
- Bengaluru: M Chinnaswamy Stadium
- Chennai: MA Chidambaram Stadium
- Delhi: Arun Jaitley Stadium
- Dharamsala: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
- Guwahati: Barsapara Stadium
- Hyderabad: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
- Jaipur: Sawai Mansingh Stadium
- Kolkata: Eden Gardens
- Lucknow: BRSABV Ekana Stadium
- Mullanpur: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium
- Mumbai: Wankhede Stadium
- Visakhapatnam: Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium
Key Matches
- Opening Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens on March 22.
- Final: To be held at Eden Gardens on May 25.
- Qualifier 1 and Eliminator: To be held in Hyderabad on May 20.
- Qualifier 2: To be held at Eden Gardens on May 23.
Tournament Format
Each team will play the others in their group and one designated opponent from the other group twice while facing the other four sides once. The top four teams will qualify for the playoffs.
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When And Where to Watch IPL 2025 LIVE: TV Channels and Streaming Details
Here's how you can watch IPL 2025 live:
TV Channels
- Live Telecast: The IPL 2025 will be live-telecasted on the Star Sports Network in up to 4K resolution for users with compatible set-top boxes.
- Channel Numbers: The exact channel numbers may vary depending on your cable or DTH provider, but Star Sports channels typically include Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, and Star Sports 4, among others.
Streaming Details
- Streaming Platform: The exclusive streaming platform for IPL 2025 is JioHotstar, which combines content from JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar.
- Subscription: To watch IPL 2025 on JioHotstar, you need a subscription. Jio offers complimentary access with recharge plans above Rs 299.
How Many Matches Will Be Played In IPL 2025?
In IPL 2025, a total of 74 matches will be played. This includes all league-stage matches and the playoffs, which will be held across 13 venues in India. The season will feature 12 double-headers, with afternoon games starting at 3:30 PM IST and evening games at 7:30 PM IST.
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