IPL 2026 Schedule : The festival of IPL 2026 is back as promises another action-packed season of T20 cricket. and with even more rivalries, intense matches and a nail biting finishes. The carnival of IPL is once again ready to provide immense entertainment to everyone, so get ready for another fire cracking season of IPL 2026.
IPL 2026 Schedule – Date, Time & Venue
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏏 Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| 📊 Format | League Stage + Playoffs |
| 👥 Total Teams | 10 Teams |
| 📅 Total Matches | 74 (Expected) |
| 🚀 Start Date | 28 March 2026 |
| 🏆 Final Match | 31 May 2026 |
Read Also: Kolkata Knight Riders Squad 2026: Full Team List, Players & Analysis
IPL 2026 Match Schedule Date Wise
| Match | Team 1 | Team 2 | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | SRH | 28 Mar (Sat) | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 2 | MI | KKR | 29 Mar (Sun) | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 3 | RR | CSK | 30 Mar (Mon) | 7:30 PM | ACA Stadium, Guwahati |
| 4 | PBKS | GT | 31 Mar (Tue) | 7:30 PM | PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh |
| 5 | LSG | DC | 1 Apr (Wed) | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 6 | KKR | SRH | 2 Apr (Thu) | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 7 | CSK | PBKS | 3 Apr (Fri) | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 8 | DC | MI | 4 Apr (Sat) | 3:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 9 | GT | RR | 4 Apr (Sat) | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 10 | SRH | LSG | 5 Apr (Sun) | 3:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 11 | RCB | CSK | 5 Apr (Sun) | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 12 | KKR | PBKS | 6 Apr (Mon) | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 13 | RR | MI | 7 Apr (Tue) | 7:30 PM | ACA Stadium, Guwahati |
| 14 | DC | GT | 8 Apr (Wed) | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 15 | KKR | LSG | 9 Apr (Thu) | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 16 | RR | RCB | 10 Apr (Fri) | 7:30 PM | ACA Stadium, Guwahati |
| 17 | PBKS | SRH | 11 Apr (Sat) | 3:30 PM | PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh |
| 18 | CSK | DC | 11 Apr (Sat) | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 19 | LSG | GT | 12 Apr (Sun) | 3:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 20 | MI | RCB | 12 Apr (Sun) | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
IPL 2026 Venue List & Schedule
The matches will be played across some of the most iconic cricket stadiums in India:
| No. | Stadium | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | Bengaluru |
| 2 | Wankhede Stadium | Mumbai |
| 3 | ACA Stadium | Guwahati |
| 4 | New PCA Stadium | Chandigarh |
| 5 | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium | Lucknow |
| 6 | Eden Gardens | Kolkata |
| 7 | MA Chidambaram Stadium | Chennai |
| 8 | Arun Jaitley Stadium | Delhi |
| 9 | Narendra Modi Stadium | Ahmedabad |
| 10 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium | Hyderabad |
These venues are known for their electrifying atmosphere and crowd support.
IPL Viewership Analysis (2008–2025)
| Year | Viewership | Platform | Trend Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 100 Million | Television | Launch year with strong initial response |
| 2011 | 160.2 Million | Television | Consistent year-on-year growth |
| 2015 | 192 Million | Television | Stable and loyal TV audience base |
| 2016 | 347 Million + Digital Entry | TV + Digital | Beginning of digital streaming era |
| 2017 | 1.25 Billion+ | Television | Massive surge in global reach |
| 2018 | 1.4 Billion | Television | Peak television dominance phase |
| 2020 | 400+ Billion | Television | Pandemic-driven record viewership |
| 2022 | 330 Billion | Television | Sustained high audience reach |
| 2023 | 505 Million + 32 Million Digital | Hybrid | Strong growth in OTT platforms |
| 2024 | 525 Million + 34.3 Million Digital | Hybrid | Consistent cross-platform expansion |
| 2025 | 840 Billion (Combined) | TV + Digital | All-time record-breaking season |
lets understand Graphwise
📊 IPL Viewership Growth Explained
1️⃣ Foundation Phase (2008–2015)
- Viewership 100M se 190M tak steadily grow hua
- Pure TV-driven audience
2️⃣ Expansion Phase (2016–2018)
- Digital platforms enter hue
- 2017–2018 mein billion-level jump
- IPL global brand ban gaya
3️⃣ Digital Explosion Phase (2020–2025)
- OTT platforms ne game change kar diya
- Pandemic ke baad consumption aur badh gaya
- 2025 mein record-breaking combined reach (840B)
For official updates and complete tournament details, you can visit the ICC’s official website:
https://www.icc-cricket.com/
Where to Watch IPL 2026 – Global Broadcast & Live Streaming Details
| Region | TV Channel | Live Stream / OTT | Match Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar | 7:30 PM IST |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow App / Prime / FuboTV | 10:00 AM ET |
| UK | Sky Sports | Sky Go / NOW TV | 2:00 PM GMT |
| Ireland | Sky Sports | Sky Go / NOW TV | 2:00 PM GMT |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife | StarzPlay / Noon | 6:00 PM GST |
| Australia | Fox Cricket | Kayo Sports | 12:00 AM AEST |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now | 2:00 AM NZST |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App | 6:30 PM SAST |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports / ESPN | ESPN+ / Flow App | 9:30 AM AST |
| Pakistan | A Sports | A Sports App | 7:00 PM PKT |
| Sri Lanka | Star Sports | Dialog TV / JioHotstar | 8:00 PM SLST |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV | Toffee App | 8:00 PM BDT |
Conclusion on IPL 2026 Schedule
IPL 2026 is shaping up to be another thrilling season filled with excitement, drama, and unforgettable cricketing action. From league matches to playoffs, every game will play a crucial role in deciding the champion.
Make sure to bookmark this page as we will keep updating the schedule with latest match details and results.
❓ FAQs
Q1. When will IPL 2026 start?
IPL 2026 is expected to start in March 2026.
Q2. How many teams are playing in IPL 2026?
A total of 10 teams will participate in IPL 2026.
Q3. Where can I check the full IPL 2026 schedule?
You can check the complete schedule in this article, which will be updated regularly.
For a detailed squad breakdown, you can also explore:
Kolkata Knight Riders Squad 2026 – https://liveupdate360.com/2026/03/18/kolkata-knight-riders-squad-2026/
Mumbai Indians Squad 2026 – https://liveupdate360.com/2026/03/17/mumbai-indians-squad-2026/
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