IPL 2025 Full Schedule: Dates, Venues, Key Matches, and Everything You Need to Know
- Kautilya Upadhyay
- Feb 20
- 2 min read
Updated: Feb 21
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to kick off on March 22 with a blockbuster clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens. This 65-day cricket extravaganza will feature 74 matches across 13 venues, culminating in the final on May 25 at the same iconic stadium. Below is the complete IPL 2025 schedule, match timings, venues, and key highlights to keep you updated!
IPL 2025 Key Highlights
Start Date: March 22, 2025 | Final: May 25, 2025
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Total Matches: 74 (70 league + 4 playoffs).
Double-Headers: 12 weekend matches with afternoon (3:30 PM IST) and evening (7:30 PM IST) slots.
Playoffs: Hyderabad hosts Qualifier 1 (May 20) and Eliminator (May 21), while Kolkata stages Qualifier 2 (May 23) and the Final.
Key Rivalries: CSK vs MI (March 23), RCB vs KKR (March 22 & May 17), and SRH vs RR (March 23).
IPL 2025 Full Schedule (Match-by-Match)
Here’s the complete list of IPL 2025 matches, dates, and venues:
Match | Date | Fixture | Venue | Time (IST) |
1 | March 22 (Saturday) | KKR vs RCB | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
2 | March 23 (Sunday) | SRH vs RR | Hyderabad | 3:30 PM |
3 | March 23 (Sunday) | CSK vs MI | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
4 | March 24 (Monday) | DC vs LSG | Visakhapatnam | 7:30 PM |
5 | March 25 (Tuesday) | GT vs PBKS | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
6 | March 26 (Wednesday) | RR vs KKR | Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
7 | March 27 (Thursday) | SRH vs LSG | Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
8 | March 28 (Friday) | CSK vs RCB | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
9 | March 29 (Saturday) | GT vs MI | Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
10 | March 30 (Sunday) | DC vs SRH | Visakhapatnam | 3:30 PM |
... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
74 | May 25 (Sunday) | Final | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
For the full 74-match schedule, click here.
Key Matches to Watch
KKR vs RCB (March 22): Season opener with fireworks expected at Eden Gardens.
CSK vs MI (March 23): The "El Clásico" of IPL returns to Chepauk.
RCB vs CSK (March 28): Dhoni vs Kohli rivalry reignites in Chennai.
MI vs CSK (April 20): Second leg of the epic rivalry in Mumbai.
Qualifier 1 & Final (May 20 & 25): Hyderabad and Kolkata to host high-stakes playoffs.
Team-wise Home Venues
Delhi Capitals: Visakhapatnam & Delhi.
Rajasthan Royals: Guwahati & Jaipur.
Punjab Kings: Mullanpur (New Chandigarh) & Dharamsala.
How to Watch IPL 2025
TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (India), Sky Sports (UK), Willow TV (USA).
Streaming: JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar.
Final Thoughts
IPL 2025 promises thrilling encounters, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re cheering for Dhoni’s CSK, Kohli’s RCB, or Pant’s DC, mark your calendars and gear up for two months of non-stop cricket action!
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