The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to captivate cricket fans from March 22 to May 25, 2025. Organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), this season features 10 teams divided into two groups, each playing 14 matches in the group stage. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, culminating in the final at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
The tournament kicks off with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) facing
the Royal Challengers Bengaluru
(RCB) at Eden Gardens. RCB, despite reaching the finals
three times, is yet to secure a title. Former captain AB de Villiers believes
RCB's balanced squad, featuring Virat Kohli and new talents like Phil Salt,
positions them well for a strong title challenge this season. In a strategic
move, the Delhi Capitals (DC) have
appointed all-rounder Axar Patel as
their new captain, succeeding Rishabh Pant. Patel, with his consistent
performances since joining DC in 2019, expressed gratitude for the leadership
opportunity and aims to lead the team to its maiden IPL title.
For fans eager to catch the action live, Reliance Jio offers free streaming
of IPL matches on the JioHotstar platform for subscribers with plans of ₹299 or
more. This initiative ensures widespread access to the tournament across India.
As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, fans can anticipate
thrilling matches, emerging talents, and memorable moments that define this
premier T20 cricket league.
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