TATA IPL 2025: Date, Teams, Venues, Auction, and Key Highlights

TATA IPL 2025: All You Need to Know About the Upcoming Season

TATA IPL 2025 is set to kick off in early April, with the opening match likely to take place at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. This season promises thrilling cricket action, featuring ten iconic teams battling for the coveted trophy. Fans can expect high-octane matches across eight major venues in India, with the grand finale expected to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Teams Competing in TATA IPL 2025

The ten teams from previous seasons will return for IPL 2025, including crowd favorites like Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). The full list of teams includes: 1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) 2. Mumbai Indians (MI) 3. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) 4. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) 5. Rajasthan Royals (RR) 6. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) 7. Delhi Capitals (DC) 8. Punjab Kings (PBKS) 9. Gujarat Titans (GT) 10. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

Venues for IPL 2025 Matches

Matches for IPL 2025 will be held at major cricket stadiums across India. Some of the key venues include: - Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (likely to host the final) - Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai - M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore - Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Mega Auction and Squad Details

IPL 2025 will feature a mega auction, where each team can retain up to six players, including five capped players and one uncapped player. Additionally, the Right to Match (RTM) option returns, allowing franchises to match the highest bid for one of their former players. Teams have a larger budget this year, with a purse increased to ₹120 crore, allowing for more competitive squad-building.

Impact Player Rule Continues

The Impact Player Rule, which has added a strategic twist in recent seasons, will remain in place for IPL 2025. This rule allows teams to substitute one player at any point during the match, giving teams the chance to make tactical changes based on match situations.

Prize Money and Broadcasting

IPL 2025 will have a total prize money pool of around ₹22 crore. Fans can catch all the action live on Star Sports, with streaming options available via Jio and Hotstar.