IPL to resume from May 17, final on June 3: BCCI
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced that the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will resume on May 17, with the grand finale scheduled for June 3.
The announcement comes after weeks of speculation regarding the tournament’s schedule due to logistical adjustments and international player availability.
According to the BCCI, all remaining matches will be held in India across select cities with bio-secure protocols in place to ensure player safety.
The playoffs will begin on May 28, with the Eliminator and Qualifier 1 set to be hosted in Ahmedabad, while Qualifier 2 and the Final will take place at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium.
A total of 31 matches are left in the tournament, including the playoffs and the final. Teams will resume action from where they left off before the mid-season break.
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah confirmed that fans will be allowed into stadiums at 50% capacity, depending on local COVID-19 and safety guidelines.
Star players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and MS Dhoni are expected to return, drawing high viewership and fan engagement.
Franchises are expected to reassemble their squads by May 10 to begin preparatory camps ahead of the resumed leg of the league.
The decision to continue the IPL in May-June ensures it does not clash with the T20 World Cup, scheduled later this year.
Broadcasters and sponsors have welcomed the announcement, as IPL remains one of the most lucrative cricketing events globally.
The BCCI is also planning a high-tech virtual fan engagement model to maintain momentum and reach fans across the world.
For ticket details, broadcasting schedules, and match-wise updates, cricket enthusiasts can follow the official IPL and BCCI websites.
Stay tuned as we bring you detailed analysis, team updates, and match predictions for the IPL 2025 second leg.
