The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 schedule has been officially announced, setting the stage for an electrifying season. With 74 matches spread across 65 days, the tournament promises intense clashes and thrilling encounters. Among the key highlights, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will lock horns with their historic rivals Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) twice during the league phase.
CSK’s Key Fixtures in IPL 2025
Defending champions CSK, now led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, will commence their campaign on March 23 with a high-stakes battle against Mumbai Indians at their home ground. This will be the second fixture of a double-header opening weekend. The return leg against MI is scheduled for April 20 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Notably, MI captain Hardik Pandya will miss the first encounter due to a one-match suspension following repeated overrate offences in the 2024 season.
CSK will also square off against RCB twice, first at home on March 28 and later traveling to Bengaluru on May 3 for the return fixture. The league phase will see CSK playing four of their first six matches at home, giving them a potential advantage in the initial stages of the tournament.
IPL 2025 Tournament Format and Group Distribution
The IPL 2025 format follows the group-based structure introduced in 2022, with the ten teams divided into two groups. Each team will face its group members and one designated team from the opposite group twice, while playing the remaining four teams from the opposite group once, making up 14 league matches per team.
Group 1
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Group 2
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Opening Match and Playoff Venues
The season kicks off on March 22 with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosting RCB at Eden Gardens. This historic venue will also host the final on May 25 and Qualifier 2 on May 23. Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will be the stage for Qualifier 1 on May 20 and the Eliminator on May 21.
Expanded Venue List for IPL 2025
Apart from the 10 regular IPL cities—Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Mullanpur, Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Jaipur—three additional venues have been introduced:
- Guwahati: Rajasthan Royals’ alternate home ground, hosting two matches on March 26 and 30 against Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings.
- Visakhapatnam: Hosting Delhi Capitals’ first two home matches against Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Dharamsala: Punjab Kings will play three home matches here against LSG, DC, and MI.
Match Distribution and Key Double-Headers
The IPL 2025 schedule includes 12 double-headers, ensuring a packed cricketing calendar. Afternoon matches will be played by RR, DC, LSG, and GT three times each, while the remaining six teams will feature in two daytime fixtures each.
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Conclusion
With a carefully structured format, marquee clashes, and a diverse range of venues, IPL 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting editions in the tournament’s history. As CSK prepares to face off against MI and RCB twice, fans can expect intense rivalries, spectacular performances, and unforgettable moments throughout the season.
