Get the complete IPL 2026 schedule with match dates, IST timings, venues, league stage, playoffs, and final details. The Indian Premier League 2026 will begin in March 2026 and conclude in May 2026 in India.
Get the complete TATA IPL 2026 schedule, match list, dates, venues, and timings (IST). The 19th season of the Indian Premier League will start on 28 March 2026 and is expected to conclude on 31 May 2026. Here you can find the official IPL 2026 match schedule, stadium list, teams, captains, and important tournament details.
Indian Premier League 2026
The IPL 2026 will be played in the T20 format from 28 March 2026 to 31 May 2026. The tournament will be hosted in India with matches scheduled across multiple stadiums.
| Tournament | Indian Premier League 2026 |
|---|---|
| Edition | 19th |
| Board | BCCI |
| Host Country | India |
| Total Teams | 10 |
| Total Matches | 84 |
| First Match | 28 March 2026 |
| Final Match | 31 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iplt20.com |
IPL 2026 Schedule – Match List & Time Table
- Opening Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – 28 March 2026
- League Matches: 28 March – Mid May 2026
- Playoffs: Late May 2026
- Final Match: 31 May 2026
Note: The BCCI has currently released the Phase-1 schedule (first 20 matches) from 28 March to 12 April 2026. The remaining matches will be announced later.
| Match No. | Date | Day | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 2 | 29 Mar 2026 | Sunday | Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 3 | 30 Mar 2026 | Monday | Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 4 | 31 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans | PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
| 5 | 1 Apr 2026 | Wednesday | Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 6 | 2 Apr 2026 | Thursday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 7 | 3 Apr 2026 | Friday | Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 8 | 4 Apr 2026 | Saturday | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 9 | 4 Apr 2026 | Saturday | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 10 | 5 Apr 2026 | Sunday | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 11 | 5 Apr 2026 | Sunday | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 12 | 6 Apr 2026 | Monday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 13 | 7 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 14 | 8 Apr 2026 | Wednesday | Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 15 | 9 Apr 2026 | Thursday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 16 | 10 Apr 2026 | Friday | Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 17 | 11 Apr 2026 | Saturday | Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
| 18 | 11 Apr 2026 | Saturday | Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 19 | 12 Apr 2026 | Sunday | Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 20 | 12 Apr 2026 | Sunday | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
IPL 2026 Venues
Matches will be played across several major stadiums in India:
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
- Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
IPL 2026 Match Timings (IST)
For TATA IPL 2026, the match timings follow the usual IPL schedule used in previous seasons:
Regular Match (Single Match Day)
- 7:30 PM IST
Double-Header Match Days (usually Saturdays & Sundays)
- Afternoon Match: 3:30 PM IST
- Evening Match: 7:30 PM IST
IPL 2026 Teams List
Ten teams will participate in the IPL 2026 season.
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
| Mumbai Indians | Hardik Pandya |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Rajat Patidar |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Shreyas Iyer |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Pat Cummins |
| Rajasthan Royals | Riyan Parag |
| Delhi Capitals | Axar Patel |
| Punjab Kings | Shikhar Dhawan |
| Gujarat Titans | Shubman Gill |
| Lucknow Super Giants | Rishabh Pant |
IPL 2026 Related FAQ
When will IPL 2026 start?
The IPL 2026 season will begin on 28 March 2026.
Is IPL held every year?
Yes. The Indian Premier League is an annual tournament organised by the BCCI.
Where is IPL 2026 being played?
IPL 2026 will be hosted in India across multiple cricket stadiums.
How many teams are playing in IPL 2026?
A total of 10 teams will participate in the IPL 2026 season.
When is the IPL 2026 final match?
The IPL 2026 final is expected to be played on 31 May 2026.
