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IPL 2025: Grand Opening & Full Schedule
The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to commence on March 22, 2025 with a grand opening ceremony at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Opening Ceremony Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | March 22, 2025 |
| Time | 6:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Performers | – Disha Patani (Bollywood actress) – Shreya Ghoshal (Playback singer) – Karan Aujla (Punjabi singer and rapper) |
Note: The opening ceremony will precede the inaugural match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Tournament Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Season | 18th Edition |
| Start Date | March 22, 2025 |
| End Date | May 25, 2025 |
| Total Matches | 74 |
| Duration | 65 days |
| Venues | 13, including Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), and MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai) |
Note: The final match is scheduled for May 25, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Inaugural Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Teams | Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| Date | March 22, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
Note: The match will commence following the opening ceremony.
Notable Highlights
Player Absences:
| Player | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | Mumbai Indians | Back injury |
| Hardik Pandya | Mumbai Indians | One-match suspension |
Note: Suryakumar Yadav will captain Mumbai Indians in Pandya’s absence.
Team Leadership Changes:
| Team | New Captain | Previous Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow SuperGiants | Rishabh Pant | KL Rahul |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Rajat Patidar | Faf du Plessis |
Note: Rishabh Pant was acquired for a record $3.12 million.
• Streaming Services:
| Platform | Access Details |
|---|---|
| JioHotstar | Free for Reliance Jio subscribers with ₹299+ plans |
| Star Sports | Television broadcast in multiple languages |
Note: Reliance Jio offers free streaming on JioHotstar for eligible subscribers.
Noteworthy Fixtures:
| Date | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| March 23, 2025 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Rajasthan Royals | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| March 23, 2025 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Mumbai Indians | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| March 30, 2025 | Rajasthan Royals vs. Chennai Super Kings | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| April 5, 2025 | Chennai Super Kings vs. Delhi Capitals | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| April 7, 2025 | Mumbai Indians vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
Note: Match dates and venues are subject to change. Please refer to official sources for the latest updates.
Playoffs and Final:
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | May 21, 2025 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Eliminator | May 22, 2025 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| Qualifier 2 | May 24, 2025 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Final | May 25, 2025 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
Note: The final will be held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
The IPL 2025 season promises thrilling cricket action, star-studded performances, and memorable moments for fans worldwide.