Sun Mar 23 15:55:15 UTC 2025: ## Visakhapatnam Ready to Roar as IPL Arrives
**VISAKHAPATNAM, Andhra Pradesh –** The city of Visakhapatnam is gearing up for the arrival of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with two highly anticipated Delhi Capitals (DC) matches scheduled to begin Monday, March 24th. The Dr. YSR ACA-VDCA Stadium is fully prepared, boasting vibrant banners and completed renovations carried out by 800 workers in under two months. The 27,000-seat stadium is expected to be packed for both matches.
Officials from the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) and Visakhapatnam District Cricket Association (VDCA) have overseen extensive preparations, including crowd management and player facilities. A strong police presence ensures security. ACA president Kesineni Sivanath expressed confidence in the smooth execution of the matches, noting the impressive response from fans. While Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is unavailable due to scheduling conflicts, Governor S. Abdul Nazeer is expected to attend.
The matches will mark the second consecutive year Visakhapatnam serves as the DC’s second home ground. Fans anticipate thrilling contests featuring star players from both the DC and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), including K.L. Rahul, Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant, Faf du Plessis, and several others. Practice sessions have already begun at the stadium.
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