Mon Feb 17 00:52:16 UTC 2025: ## IPL 2025 Schedule Unveiled: KKR and RCB to Kick Off Season

**Mumbai, India** – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially released the highly anticipated schedule for the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), set to begin on March 22nd, 2025. Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the opening match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

The 65-day tournament, featuring 70 matches across 13 venues, will conclude with the final also at Eden Gardens on May 25th. The schedule includes 12 double-header days. While many venues will host numerous games, Dharamsala (3 matches), Guwahati (2), and Visakhapatnam (2) will have a more limited presence. Visakhapatnam will serve as an alternate home ground for Delhi Capitals for their opening matches.

Several key matchups are slated for the opening weekend, including a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in Chennai on March 23rd. The playoffs will be held in Hyderabad (Qualifier 1 and Eliminator) and Kolkata (Qualifier 2).

The tournament will maintain its two-group structure, introduced after the 2022 expansion to 10 teams. The BCCI’s announcement has generated significant excitement among fans eager to see their favorite teams and players in action. The full fixture list, including individual team schedules, is now available online.

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