The countdown to cricket’s biggest extravaganza has officially begun! The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) discovered that Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 The season will begin in March and promises to be another exciting chapter in the league’s illustrious history.
Eden Gardens will host the opening and final of the tournament
It should be noted that BCCI has officially announced that the upcoming season of IPL will start on March 23, and the final will be scheduled for May 25. Rajeev ShuklaThe BCCI Vice President said this during a press conference after the Special General Meeting held in Mumbai.
Eden Gardens, the iconic home grounds Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)was chosen to host both the tournament opener and the final. This is in line with the tradition of the defending champions playing their main matches at home. KKR have won the honor of the upcoming season by winning the IPL 2024 title.
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Mega auction and scheduling updates
Ahead of the mega auction in November, the IPL Governing Council has taken a groundbreaking step by sharing the tournament windows for the next three seasons (2025-2027) with all the franchises. A window has been set aside for the 2025 season from March 15 to May 25.
To accommodate the international schedule, esp ICC Champions Trophy The final, scheduled for March 9, provided a two-week buffer before the start of the IPL league. The final start date of March 23 allows teams and players adequate preparation time after the global tournament.
The detailed IPL 2025 schedule is expected to be released later this month, with match venues and timings to be clarified.
There are 74 matches on the cards
The 2025 IPL season will consist of 74 matches, following the format followed in the last three editions. Fans can expect the same level of excitement and competitive cricket that has become synonymous with the league.
