The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), officially known as TATA IPL 2025, is the 18th edition of India’s premier Twenty20 cricket tournament. Scheduled from March 22 to May 25, 2025, it will feature 10 teams competing across 74 matches in 13 cities.

• Group A:
  • Chennai Super Kings – Ruturaj Gaikwad​
  • Kolkata Knight Riders – Ajinkya Rahane​
  • Punjab Kings – Shreyas Iyer​
  • Rajasthan Royals – Sanju Samson​
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Rajat Patidar​
  • Delhi Capitals – Axar Patel​
  • Gujarat Titans – Shubman Gill​
  • Lucknow Super Giants – Rishabh Pant
  • Mumbai Indians – Hardik Pandya​
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad – Pat Cummins​

Broadcasting and Viewing Options:

For fans in India, Reliance Jio has introduced special tariff plans that offer free streaming of IPL matches on the JioHotstar platform. Customers who recharge with ₹299 or more can enjoy the matches live. This initiative aligns with the silverbook 247 IPL season, running from March 22 to May 25. ​

Opening Match:

The tournament will kick off on March 22, 2025, with the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, facing the Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

The playoffs are scheduled from May 20 to May 25, 2025. Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator will be held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad, while Qualifier 2 and the Final are set for Eden Gardens in Kolkata. ​

For the complete match schedule and updates, you can visit the official IPL website.

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