IPL 2026 Schedule: Match Dates, Venues, Fixtures & Time Table

IPL 2026 schedule is one of the most anticipated announcements for cricket fans around the world.

The upcoming season is expected to feature 10 teams competing in 84 matches, including league-stage fixtures and the playoffs.

Fans can check the IPL 2026 match list, time table, fixtures list, venues, and match timings below as teams battle for the championship title in the new season.

Along with the fixtures, fans are also eager to check the IPL 2026 match list, venues, and team updates, including the IPL 2026 jersey designs and the latest IPL 2026 sponsors supporting the tournament.

IPL 2026 Schedule

BCCI has unveiled the first phase of the tournament on March 11, while the remaining fixtures will be confirmed after the election dates are confirmed.

The 19th season of the league will begin on March 28, 2026 and run until May 31, 2026, featuring 10 teams competing in 84 matches, including the league stage and playoffs.

As per the current tournament format, each franchise will play 16 league matches before the knockout stage. At the end of the league phase, the top four teams in the points table will qualify for the playoffs, which consist of Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final.

The complete IPL 2026 match schedule, fixtures, match dates, venues, and timings will be updated here once the official fixture list is released. Fans can check the IPL 2026 schedule and timetable below.

IPL 2026 Start Date

As per IPL 2026 schedule, the first match will be played between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

The tournament is set to be played for two months, with the final to be played on May 31, 2026.

IPL 2026 Format

The IPL 2026 tournament will feature 10 teams competing in the league stage, followed by the playoffs. Each team is expected to play 16 league matches during the season as part of the current tournament structure.

At the end of the league stage, the top four teams in the points table will qualify for the playoffs, which consist of Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final to determine the champion.

IPL 2026 Teams List 

All franchises have strengthened their squads for the upcoming season, while teams have also announced their head coach and support staff ahead of the tournament.

A total of 10 teams will participate in the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League:

• Chennai Super Kings
• Mumbai Indians
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru
• Kolkata Knight RidersDelhi Capitals
• Sunrisers Hyderabad
• Punjab Kings
• Rajasthan Royals
• Lucknow Super Giants
• Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026 Match Timings

Like previous seasons of the Indian Premier League, IPL 2026 matches are expected to be played in two time slots.

Afternoon matches are likely to start at 3:30 PM IST, while evening matches will begin at 7:30 PM IST. On double-header days, fans can enjoy two matches scheduled in these time slots across different venues.

IPL 2026 Venues

The Indian Premier League 2026 matches are expected to be played across several major cricket stadiums in India. Each franchise typically hosts matches at its home ground during the league stage, creating a vibrant atmosphere for fans across different cities.

Some of the key venues likely to host matches in IPL 2026 include:

• Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (Delhi Capitals)
• Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati (Rajasthan Royals, 3 games only)
• Eden Gardens, Kolkata (Kolkata Knight Riders)
• BRSABV Ekana Stadium, Lucknow (Lucknow Super Giants)
• HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala (Punjab Kings, 3 games only)
• M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
• M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (Chennai Super Kings)
• Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (Gujarat Titans)
• PCA MYS International Stadium, New Chandigarh (Punjab Kings)
• Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
• Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur (Rajasthan Royals)
• Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Nava Raipur (Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 2 games only)
• Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (Mumbai Indians)

IPL 2026 Squad

As per the IPL 2026 rules, each franchise can have 25 players in its squad, out of which a maximum of 8 can be foreign players. In Playing 11, each team can have a maximum of 4 overseas players in the mix.

The following are the details of the retained players of each team. The complete IPL 2026 Squad list will be updated here right after the IPL 2026 auction.

Chennai Super Kings

Explore the complete IPL 2026 CSK squad to see Chennai Super Kings’ full player list, key additions, and team combination for the upcoming season.

Delhi Capitals

Explore the full IPL 2026 DC squad including Delhi Capitals’ complete roster and squad depth for the season.

Mumbai Indians

Check out the full IPL 2026 MI squad featuring Mumbai Indians’ updated player list and squad balance for the new campaign.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Discover the complete IPL 2026 RCB squad with Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s latest team structure and key signings.

Kolkata Knight Riders

Mustafizur Rahman has been exiled from the KKR 2026 squad ahead of the start of the season due to geopolitical tensions between the countries.

As a result Bangladesh refused to travel to India for Men’s T20 World Cup and withdrew from the tournament with ICC named Scotland as replacement.

Lucknow Super Giants

Take a look at the updated IPL 2026 LSG squad showcasing Lucknow Super Giants’ full roster and team strategy for the new season.

Gujarat Titans

Explore the complete IPL 2026 GT squad to see Gujarat Titans’ latest squad lineup and combinations.

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Discover the detailed IPL 2026 SRH squad featuring Sunrisers Hyderabad’s full team list and balance for the season.

Rajasthan Royals

Check the complete IPL 2026 RR squad, highlighting Rajasthan Royals’ squad structure and key players.

Punjab Kings

View the updated IPL 2026 PBKS squad to see Punjab Kings’ player list and team composition for the upcoming tournament.

FAQs

When will IPL 2026 start?

According to IPL 2026 fixtures, the first match will be played on March 28 with RCB and SRH clashing each other at Bengaluru.

How many matches will be played in IPL 2026?

A total of 74 matches are expected to be played in IPL 2026, including the league stage and the playoffs.

How many teams will participate in IPL 2026?

The IPL 2026 tournament will feature 10 teams competing for the title in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League.

What are the match timings for IPL 2026?

Most IPL 2026 matches are expected to be played in two time slots — 3:30 PM IST for afternoon matches and 7:30 PM IST for evening matches.