The IPL 2025 season, running from March 22nd to May 25th, promises an exciting cricket extravaganza. The tournament kicks off at Eden Gardens with a clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Two playoff matches are set for Hyderabad, while Eden Gardens will host the crucial second qualifier and the final on May 25th, marking the first final at this iconic Kolkata stadium in a decade.
The IPL 2025 schedule spans 74 matches over 65 days, featuring 12 double-headers. Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants, and Gujarat Titans will each play three afternoon matches starting at 3:30 PM IST. The remaining seven teams will play two day matches each.
Beyond the ten franchises’ primary home venues, the 2025 season extends to Guwahati (Royals’ second home), Visakhapatnam (Capitals’ second home), and Dharamsala (Punjab’s second home). Guwahati and Vizag will host two matches each, while Dharamsala will host three.
The ten franchises are divided into two groups. Group one consists of KKR, RCB, RR, CSK, and PBKS. Group two includes SRH, DC, GT, LSG, and MI. Teams will play each team in their group twice, one team from the other group twice, and the remaining four teams in the opposite group once. This format ensures a balanced and competitive tournament. Each team will strive for a spot in the playoffs and ultimately, the championship title. To find out “what is today’s match in IPL,” fans will need to consult the official IPL schedule as the tournament progresses. Match schedules and broadcast details will be readily available on official IPL platforms and sports news outlets.
