The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is scheduled from March 22 to May 25, 2025.
IPL T20 The tournament will feature 10 teams divided into two groups:
Group A:
- Chennai Super Kings
- Kolkata Knight Riders
- Punjab Kings
- Rajasthan Royals
- Royal Challengers Bangalore
Group B:
- Delhi Capitals
- Gujarat Titans
- Lucknow Super Giants
- Mumbai Indians
- Sunrisers Hyderabad
Each team will play 14 matches during the group stage, facing opponents both within and outside their group. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, culminating in the final.
Key Dates:
- Opening Match: March 22, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, featuring defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders against Royal Challengers Bangalore. indianexpress.com
- Playoffs:
- Qualifier 1: May 20, 2025, at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad.
- Eliminator: May 21, 2025, at the same venue.
- Qualifier 2: May 23, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
- Final: May 25, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Reuters
Matches will be held across 13 venues in India, with 12 double-headers scheduled. Afternoon games will start at 3:30 PM IST, and evening games at 7:30 P. M.