The start of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been slightly postponed, with the tournament now set to begin on March 21 instead of the previously announced date. According to Cricbuzz, the final is likely to be held on May 25, and both the opening match and the grand finale will take place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

What Was The Reason Behind Schedule Change?

According to a report by Cricbuzz, there are two versions that have circulating regarding the revised IPL Schedule. It was originally communicated by BCCI that the tournament would start from March 14 to May 25 2025, but these were not the official dates.

One reason for the delay is attributed to a request from broadcasters who allegedly wanted a later start, considering the Champions Trophy final is scheduled for March 9—just days before the original IPL start. However, sources within the broadcasting network have denied making such a request.

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IPL 2025: Where Will The Final And Opening Match Be Held?

The tournament’s opening match and final will be played at the home ground of the IPL 2024 champions Kolkata Knight Riders, in Eden Gardens in Kolkata. KKR will start off IPL 2025 against SunRisers Hyderabad, the runners-up in the previous season, will host two playoff matches.

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Official Schedule To Be Out Soon

The BCCI has elected Devjit Saikia as the new secretary and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia as the treasurer. The exact schedule for IPL 2025 is expected to be released soon. These appointments were confirmed during the Special General Meeting held on January 12, 2025, in Mumbai.