The TATA IPL 2025 will run from March 22 to May 25, 2025, with 74 matches played across 13 venues in India.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Feb 18, 2025
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the tournament opener at Eden Gardens on March 22.
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The first double-header will be on March 23, with SRH vs RR in the afternoon, followed by the clash between five-time champions CSK and MI in Chennai.
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Three teams (DC, RR, and PBKS) will play at alternate home venues this season to expand fan engagement and address logistical considerations.
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Delhi Capitals will split their home games between Visakhapatnam and Delhi, while Rajasthan Royals will play in both Guwahati and Jaipur.
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Punjab Kings will host matches at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh and the picturesque Dharamsala stadium in the lap of the Himalayas.
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The Eden Gardens in Kolkata will host the IPL 2025 Final on May 25, setting the stage for an unforgettable climax to the tournament.
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Afternoon games will begin at 3:30 PM IST while evening matches will start at 7:30 PM IST, with 12 double-headers scheduled throughout the season.
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The playoff stage will be split between two cities, with Hyderabad hosting Qualifier 1 and Eliminator (May 20-21), while Kolkata will host Qualifier 2 (May 23).
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All ten IPL teams (CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, DC, RR, PBKS, SRH, LSG, and GT) will play 14 league matches each before the playoffs determine the ultimate champion.