IPL 2025: The World's Premier T20 League
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is the most watched domestic T20 cricket competition on the planet. Drawing the world's top players to India each spring, it combines elite cricket with an entertainment format that has genuinely changed how the game is perceived globally. Here's everything you need to follow IPL 2025.
How the IPL Works
The IPL follows a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout playoff system:
- League Stage: Each team plays 14 matches against all other sides (home and away).
- Playoffs: The top four teams at the end of the league stage qualify. Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final.
- The top two teams get two chances to reach the Final, offering a safety net for the strongest sides.
The 10 IPL Teams
| Team | Home Ground | Previous Titles |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | Wankhede Stadium | Multiple |
| Chennai Super Kings | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium | Multiple |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | — |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Eden Gardens | Multiple |
| Delhi Capitals | Arun Jaitley Stadium | — |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi Int'l Stadium | — |
| Punjab Kings | PCA Stadium, Mohali | — |
| Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium | — |
| Gujarat Titans | Narendra Modi Stadium | Multiple |
| Lucknow Super Giants | BRSABV Ekana Stadium | — |
What Makes the IPL Special
Beyond the cricket quality, several factors make the IPL must-watch TV:
- World-class overseas talent: Every squad can field up to four overseas players, meaning marquee international stars feature regularly alongside India's finest.
- High-scoring matches: IPL pitches and short boundaries consistently produce high totals and dramatic chases.
- Day-night scheduling: Evening matches in India are broadcast at accessible times across European and Australian morning sessions.
- The mega auction: The IPL auction system creates fascinating squad-building narratives before a ball is even bowled.
Where to Watch IPL 2025
- India: Star Sports (TV), JioCinema (free streaming)
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports
- South Africa: SuperSport
- Caribbean: Flow Sports / ESPN Caribbean
- Global: Willow TV (North America), various regional broadcasters
When Does IPL 2025 Start?
The IPL typically runs from late March through to late May, spanning approximately 10 weeks. The exact schedule is announced by the BCCI ahead of the season. Check our TV Schedule page for confirmed match times and broadcast information.