The 18th season of the IPL has commenced on March 22, 2025. Here’s all you need to know about the teams, captains, match schedule, venues and live streaming.
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) commenced on March 22, 2025, with the final scheduled for May 25, 2025. The tournament features 10 teams competing across 13 venues over 65 days.
IPL 2025:- Teams and Captains
Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Ruturaj Gaikwad
Delhi Capitals (DC): Axar Patel
Gujarat Titans (GT): Shubman Gill
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Ajinkya Rahane
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Rishabh Pant
Mumbai Indians (MI): Hardik Pandya
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Shreyas Iyer
Rajasthan Royals (RR): Sanju Samson
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Rajat Patidar
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Pat Cummins
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IPL 2025:- Match Schedule and Venues
The IPL 2025 season comprises 74 matches, including 70 group stage games and 4 playoff matches. The tournament opener featured the Kolkata Knight Riders against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Matches are being held across 13 venues in India, with the final set to take place at Eden Gardens on May 25.
IPL 2025:- Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Television Broadcast: In India, matches are broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
Digital Streaming: JioCinema, in collaboration with Disney+ Hotstar i.e., JioHotstar, provides live coverage of the matches. Jio users who recharge with INR 299 or more have free access to the streaming service.
International Viewers: Broadcasting rights vary by country. For example, in the USA, matches are available on Willow TV and Sling TV; in the UK, on Sky Sports; and in Australia, on Fox Sports and Kayo Sports.
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