IPL Cricket 2025 Preview: Schedule for the Indian Premier League

The 18th edition of the IPL will kick off on Saturday, March 22 2025, and feature a total of 74 cricket matches across India. Action will wrap up with the final on Sunday, May 25 2025, played at the Eden Gardens cricket stadium in Kolkata.

The first match will be between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with the two favourites to win the entire thing, according to the latest IPL odds, the Chennai Super Kings and the Mumbai Indians, playing against one another in game 3. Games will take place at 3:30 PM or 7:30 PM local time, which translates to 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM in the UK.

On this page, you can find the full 2025 Indian Premier League schedule, alongside other key information regarding the tournament. If you want to bet on the IPL, BetVictor has an extensive sportsbook with a selection of cricket odds that cover all matches throughout the 2025 IPL!

Full 2025 Indian Premier League Schedule

Here’s a comprehensive look at all 74 scheduled matches for the 2025 Indian Premier League:   

Key Match Fixtures

There are plenty of key fixtures and milestones in the 2025 Indian Premier League, including double-headers, unique venues, and more.

Tournament Opener and First Double-header

The IPL 2025 tournament will commence with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) facing off against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22 at 2:00 PM GMT in Kolkata. The first double-header will follow on March 23, 2025, featuring matches between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at 10:00 AM GMT in Hyderabad, and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) versus Mumbai Indians (MI) at 2:00 PM GMT in Chennai.

Matches at Unique Venues

In 2025, the IPL will feature matches at unique venues:

• Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will host its first match on March 25, 2025, with Gujarat Titans (GT) taking on Punjab Kings (PBKS).

• Rajasthan Royals (RR) will play two home games in Guwahati.

Home Games for Specific Teams

The IPL 2025 season will see teams hosting “home” matches at specific, pre-determined venues. This arrangement adds an interesting element to the tournament, enabling fans to witness their favourite teams in action at unique locations, making the league more accessible than ever before.

• Punjab Kings (PBKS) will host four home matches at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh.

• Furthermore, PBKS will welcome fans for three matches at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.

Playoff Locations and Schedule

The IPL 2025 playoffs will be held in Hyderabad and Kolkata. Hyderabad is set to host Qualifier 1 on May 20 and the Eliminator on May 21, while Kolkata will stage Qualifier 2 on May 23.

Hyderabad and Kolkata are key fixtures in the playoff locations, offering a balanced distribution across different regions of India to ensure accessibility for fans from various areas.

Final Match Details

After the intense playoffs, the IPL 2025 will reach its pinnacle with the final match taking place on May 25 at 2:00 GMT in Kolkata. The anticipation is high as two of the top-performing teams throughout the tournament will go head-to-head in a riveting showdown to claim the championship title.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Indian Premier League