IPL 2025

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) commenced on March 22, 2025, and is set to conclude on May 25, 2025. The tournament features ten teams competing in 74 matches across 13 venues in India. The opening match took place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, where the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, faced Royal Challengers Bengaluru. citeturn0news15

Tournament Format:

The ten teams are divided into two groups:

• Group A:
  • Chennai Super Kings
  • Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Rajasthan Royals
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru
  • Punjab Kings
• Group B:
  • Mumbai Indians
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Gujarat Titans
  • Delhi Capitals
  • Lucknow Super Giants

Each team plays 14 group-stage matches, facing:

• The other four teams in their group twice (home and away).
• The team in the same row of the opposite group twice.
• The remaining four teams of the opposite group once.

The top four teams based on points will advance to the playoffs, which include Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final. citeturn0search5

Key Highlights:

• Venues: Matches are being held in 13 cities across India. Notably, some teams have designated secondary home venues:
  • Delhi Capitals are playing in Visakhapatnam.
  • Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati.
  • Punjab Kings in Dharamsala. citeturn0news15
• Player Auction: The 2025 auction saw significant bids:
  • Rishabh Pant was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for $3.12 million, making him the most expensive player this season.
  • Jos Buttler joined Gujarat Titans for $1.81 million. citeturn0news12
• Rule Changes: The IPL has adopted the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Code of Conduct regulations for this season, aligning its disciplinary standards with international norms. citeturn0search5

Current Standings:

As of March 28, 2025, the points table is as follows:

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Upcoming Fixtures:

Here are some of the upcoming matches:

• March 29, 2025:
  • Mumbai Indians vs. Gujarat Titans at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Kolkata Knight Riders at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
• March 30, 2025:
  • Delhi Capitals vs. Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
  • Punjab Kings vs. Lucknow Super Giants at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala. citeturn0search3

Broadcasting and Live Streaming:

In India, matches are broadcast on Star Sports, with live streaming available on JioHotstar. International viewers can access live streams through various services, including Tapmad in Pakistan, Willow TV or Sling TV in the U.S., Sky Sports in the UK, and Fox Sports or Kayo Sports in Australia. citeturn0news9

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to official IPL sources or reputable sports news outlets.

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