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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season will begin on March 22, 2025, featuring 74 matches.
The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) is the eighteenth edition of the tournament. The 2025 IPL is also branded as the Tata IPL 2025. The 18th edition of the TATA IPL will feature ten teams, the competition will span 74 matches from March 22 to May 25, 2025, across 13 cities in India. Kolkata, home to the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders, will host both the opening ceremony and the final match. Catch all the latest action of IPL 2025 on zuplay.com
The ten teams will be divided into two groups. Each team will play 14 matches. Twice against teams in their group and select teams from the other group. The top four teams based on points will advance to the playoffs.
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Group A |
Group B |
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season will begin on March 22, 2025, featuring 74 matches. The final match will be on May 25, 2025. The season opener will see defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Few other highly anticipated clashes include RCB and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on March 28, and Mumbai Indians and CSK on April 5. With star-studded lineups and intense rivalries, IPL 2025 promises to be another thrilling season. Below are a few important matches.
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Date |
Match Details |
Venue |
Time (GMT) |
Time (Local) |
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Mar 22, Sat |
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
14:00 |
07:30 PM |
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May 20, Tue |
Qualifier 1 |
Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad |
14:00 |
07:30 PM |
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May 21, Wed |
Eliminator |
Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad |
14:00 |
07:30 PM |
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May 23, Fri |
Qualifier 2 |
Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
14:00 |
07:30 PM |
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May 25, Sun |
Final |
Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
14:00 |
07:30 PM |
Each team has its unique strengths and weaknesses, shaping their chances for the IPL 2025 season. While some teams boast explosive batting lineups or strong bowling attacks, others struggle with middle-order inconsistency, weak spin options, or over-reliance on key players.
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Teams |
Strengths |
Weaknesses |
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) |
Strong batting lineup with experienced players; consistent performance in past seasons. |
Aging squad; potential lack of agility in fielding. |
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Delhi Capitals (DC) |
Young and dynamic players; strong domestic talent pool. |
Lack of experienced finishers; inconsistent performances in crucial matches. |
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Mumbai Indians (MI) |
Balanced squad with depth in both batting and bowling; successful IPL history. |
Over-reliance on key players; middle-order vulnerabilities. |
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) |
Defending champions with a strong spin attack; home advantage at Eden Gardens. |
Inconsistent top-order batting; dependency on spin-friendly pitches. |
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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) |
Star-studded batting lineup; presence of impactful all-rounders. |
Bowling inconsistencies; pressure of not having won an IPL title yet. |
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Rajasthan Royals (RR) |
Focus on nurturing young talent; balanced squad composition. |
Lack of experienced match-winners; inconsistency in performance. |
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) |
Strong bowling attack, especially in pace; strategic gameplay. |
Middle-order instability; over-dependence on top-order batsmen. |
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Punjab Kings (PBKS) |
Aggressive batting approach; presence of impactful T20 players. |
Inconsistent performances; challenges in closing out matches. |
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Gujarat Titans (GT) |
Well-rounded squad; presence of key international players. |
Lack of playoff experience; potential pressure handling in crucial games. |
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Lucknow SuperGiants (LSG) |
Strong leadership; balanced team with depth in all departments. |
Relatively new franchise; need to build team cohesion. |
The IPL 2025 mega auction, held on November 24 and 25, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, witnessed significant investments by franchises:
Rishabh Pant: Acquired by Lucknow SuperGiants for INR 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL auction history.
Shreyas Iyer: Secured by Punjab Kings for INR 26.75 crore.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: At 13, became the youngest player ever picked by an IPL franchise, signing with Rajasthan Royals for INR 1.1 crore.
At Zuplay.com, we are thrilled to bring you all the latest updates, insights, and match highlights from TATA IPL 2025. This season promises to be an electrifying showdown, with teams giving their all to claim the prestigious trophy. From edge-of-the-seat thrillers to unforgettable performances, IPL 2025 is set to deliver cricketing action like never before. Register with Zuplay.com for real-time updates, expert analysis, and everything you need to keep up with the excitement. Let the best team emerge victorious!
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