IPL to kick off on March 28 in Bengaluru; final on May 31

IPL 2026 is set to commence on March 28 in Bengaluru, with the final scheduled for May 31. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play the opening match. The BCCI will announce the schedule in two phases, with the latter half dependent on the Election Commission's election dates.

IPL to kick off on March 28 in Bengaluru; final on May 31
IPL 2026 is set to commence on March 28 in Bengaluru, with the final scheduled for May 31. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play the opening match. The BCCI will announce the schedule in two phases, with the latter half dependent on the Election Commission's election dates.