IPL 2025 Schedule: Key Dates and Marquee Matches
The season will run from 22 March to May 25, 2025, featuring 74 matches (70 league games + playoffs). Ten franchises, including newcomers Ahmedabad Titans and Lucknow Super Giants, will battle across 12 iconic venues.
Here is the full schedule
| Date and Day | Time | Venue | Match |
| March 22, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| March 23, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Hyderbad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals |
| March 23, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians |
| March 24, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Visakhapatnam | Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| March 25, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings |
| March 26, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Guwahati | Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| March 27, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| March 28, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| March 29, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians |
| March 30, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Visakhapatnam | Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| March 30, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Guwahati | Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings |
| March 31, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| April 01, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings |
| April 02, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans |
| April 03, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| April 04, 2025 (Friday) | 3:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians |
| April 05, 2025 (Saturday) | 3:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals |
| April 05, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | New Chandigarh | Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals |
| April 06, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| April 06, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans |
| April 07, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| April 08, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | New Chandigarh | Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings |
| April 09, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals |
| April 10, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals |
| April 11, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| April 12, 2025 (Saturday) | 3:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans |
| April 12, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings |
| April 13, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| April 13, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Delhi | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians |
| April 14, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings |
| April 15, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | New Chandigarh | Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| April 16, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Delhi | Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals |
| April 17, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| April 18, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Punjab Kings |
| April 19, 2025 (Saturday) | 3:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals |
| April 19, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| April 20, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | New Chandigarh | Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| April 20, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings |
| April 21, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans |
| April 22, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals |
| April 23, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians |
| April 24, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals |
| April 25, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| April 26, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings |
| April 27, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| April 27, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Delhi | Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| April 28, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans |
| April 29, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Delhi | Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| April 30, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings |
| May 01, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians |
| May 02, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| May 03, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings |
| May 04, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals |
| May 04, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Dharamsala | Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| May 05, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals |
| May 06, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans |
| May 07, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Kolkata | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings |
| May 08, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Dharamsala | Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals |
| May 09, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| May 10, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| May 11, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Dharamsala | Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians |
| May 11, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Delhi | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans |
| May 12, 2025 (Monday) | 7:30 PM | Chennai | Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals |
| May 13, 2025 (Tuesday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| May 14, 2025 (Wednesday) | 7:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants |
| May 15, 2025 (Thursday) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals |
| May 16, 2025 (Friday) | 7:30 PM | Jaipur | Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings |
| May 17, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:30 PM | Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| May 18, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:30 PM | Ahmedabad | Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings |
| May 18, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:30 PM | Lucknow | Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad |
Qualifier and final
- May 20, 2025 (Tuesday), 7:30 PM – Qualifier 1 (Hyderabad)
- May 21, 2025 (Wednesday), 7:30 PM – Eliminator (Hyderabad)
- May 23, 2025 (Friday), 7:30 PM – Qualifier 2 (Kolkata)
- May 25, 2025 (Sunday), 7:30 PM – Final (Kolkata).
Stadiums hosting the matches
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- BRSABV Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Punjab
- Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
- HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
- New PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh.
Player Spotlight: Net Worth, Salaries, and Endorsements
While the schedule sets the stage, the players fuel the drama. Here’s a breakdown of IPL 2025’s financial heavyweights:
1. Virat Kohli (RCB)
- IPL 2025 Salary: ₹17 crore (Retained)
- Net Worth: ₹1,050 crore ($126 million)
- Endorsements: Puma, MRF, Audi, Manyavar (20+ brands)
- 2025 Focus: Chase Sachin’s record of 100 IPL fifty-plus scores (Kohli: 78 as of 2024).
2. MS Dhoni (CSK)
- IPL 2025 Salary: ₹12 crore (Final season?)
- Net Worth: ₹900 crore ($108 million)
- Endorsements: Bharat Serum, Dream11, Colgate
- 2025 Focus: Cement CSK’s legacy with a 6th title.
3. Hardik Pandya (MI)
- IPL 2025 Salary: ₹18 crore (Most expensive retention)
- Net Worth: ₹220 crore ($26 million)
- Endorsements: Gillette, Gulf Oil, HMD (Nokia)
- 2025 Focus: Prove leadership mettle after 2024 playoff flop.
IPL 2025 Salary Cap Breakdown
The 2025 season’s salary cap rose to ₹120 crore per team, enabling franchises to splurge on marquee signings:
| Team | Total Purse Spent (₹ Cr) | Top Earner | Salary (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 118 | Hardik Pandya | 18 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 115 | Ravindra Jadeja | 16 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 110 | Virat Kohli | 17 |
| Gujarat Titans | 105 | Rashid Khan | 15 |
Note: Ahmedabad Titans broke records by signing Pat Cummins for ₹22 crore, IPL 2025’s costliest buy.
Venue Analysis: Where History Meets Hysteria
The BCCI has prioritized fan experience with upgrades to key stadiums:
| Stadium | Capacity | Key Fixture | Pitch Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 68,000 | KKR vs RCB (April 12) | Spin-friendly |
| Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 132,000 | GT vs MI (May 18) | Pace paradise |
| Wankhede, Mumbai | 33,000 | Final (June 1) | Batting belter |
Tech Upgrades:
- AR Replays: Holographic projections for disputed decisions.
- NFT Tickets: Grants access to exclusive post-match meetups.
Endorsement Empires: Beyond the Boundary
IPL stars aren’t just athletes—they’re brands. Here’s how top players monetize their fame:
| Player | Brands | Annual Earnings (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | Adidas, Reliance Jio, Oakley | 45 |
| KL Rahul | CEAT, Boost, Boat | 32 |
| Rashid Khan | Coca-Cola, Alibaba, GoPro | 28 |
Trend: Younger stars like Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) are signing AI-driven endorsement deals, where brands use their digital avatars for ads.
The Business of IPL: By the Numbers
- 2025 Valuation: ₹1.2 lakh crore ($14.5 billion)
- Media Rights: Disney-Star + JioCinema paid ₹48,390 crore for 2023–2027.
- Sponsorship: Tata retains title sponsorship at ₹1,200 crore/year.
Players to Watch in IPL 2025
1. Shubman Gill (GT)
- 2024 Stats: 890 runs (Orange Cap)
- 2025 Goal: Break Kohli’s 973-run record.
- Salary: ₹14 crore
2. Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
- 2024 Economy: 6.8 in death overs
- 2025 Goal: 30+ wickets after injury comeback.
- Salary: ₹16 crore
3. Rinku Singh (KKR)
- 2024 Impact: 5 sixes in 5 balls (vs GT)
- 2025 Goal: Secure India T20 World Cup spot.
- Salary: ₹8 crore
Predicted Playoff Contenders
| Team | Odds | X-Factor Player |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | 2:1 | Ruturaj Gaikwad (Opener) |
| Mumbai Indians | 3:1 | Suryakumar Yadav (360° Game) |
| Gujarat Titans | 4:1 | Rashid Khan (Spin Wizard) |
Conclusion: More Than Just Cricket
IPL 2025 isn’t just a tournament—it’s a financial juggernaut, a career launcher, and a stage where legends are immortalized. From Virat Kohli’s quest for redemption to Ahmedabad’s ₹22 crore gamble on Pat Cummins, every subplot adds to the spectacle. As the schedule drops, fans can mark their calendars, brands ready their campaigns, and players brace for glory. One thing’s certain: Cricket will win.
