IPL 2026 Schedule: Full Match List, Team Squad & Betting Guide
IPL 2026 Schedule
Published: March 24, 2026 | Last Updated: 11:00 AM IST
The Indian Premier League 2026 is finally here, and cricket fans across India are counting down the days. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the IPL 2026 schedule, and this season promises to be bigger than ever. With 10 teams competing for the prestigious title, the tournament will feature 84 matches – that’s 10 more than previous seasons.
The IPL 2026 schedule kicks off on March 28, 2026, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The final will be played on May 31, 2026, at the same venue, marking the culmination of two months of high-octane cricketing action.
For those looking to place bets on IPL matches, understanding the IPL 2026 schedule is essential. Whether you’re targeting the opening match, the El Clasico between CSK and MI, or the playoff games, having the complete match list helps you plan your betting strategy. Get your Reddy Anna ID today and start betting with confidence.
In this complete guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the IPL 2026 schedule – full match list, venue details, team squads, and expert betting insights.
🏆 IPL 2026 – Tournament Overview at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament Name | Indian Premier League 2026 (19th Edition) |
| IPL 2026 Start Date | March 28, 2026 |
| IPL 2026 Final Date | May 31, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 84 Matches |
| Number of Teams | 10 Franchises |
| IPL 2026 Defending Champions | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) |
| IPL 2026 Final Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| IPL Match Timings | 3:30 PM IST & 7:30 PM IST |
| IPL Broadcast Partners | Star Sports (TV) / JioHotstar (Digital) |
The IPL 2026 schedule has been released in two phases due to assembly elections in some states. The first phase with 24 matches is completely confirmed and listed below. The remaining matches will be announced once election dates are finalized.
✅ IPL 2026 Full Schedule – Phase 1 (March 28 to April 15)
Here is the confirmed IPL 2026 schedule for the first phase. Bookmark this page because we’ll update the complete schedule as soon as BCCI releases it.
| Date | Day | Match Fixture | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 28 | Saturday | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| March 29 | Sunday | Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| March 30 | Monday | Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 7:30 PM |
| March 31 | Tuesday | Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 1 | Wednesday | Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders | ACA Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| April 2 | Thursday | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 3 | Friday | Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| April 4 | Saturday | Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 5 | Sunday | Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 3:30 PM |
| April 5 | Sunday | Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings | ACA Stadium, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| April 6 | Monday | Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 7 | Tuesday | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| April 8 | Wednesday | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Titans | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| April 9 | Thursday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| April 10 | Friday | Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| April 11 | Saturday | Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 3:30 PM |
| April 11 | Saturday | Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals | PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh | 7:30 PM |
| April 12 | Sunday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 3:30 PM |
| April 12 | Sunday | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Titans | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 13 | Monday | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 14 | Tuesday | Punjab Kings vs Chennai Super Kings | PCA Stadium, New Chandigarh | 7:30 PM |
| April 15 | Wednesday | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
Note: The remaining IPL 2026 schedule will be updated here immediately after BCCI announcement. If you want to start betting, get your Reddy Anna ID now.
🏏 IPL 2026 Teams – Complete Squad Overview
The IPL 2026 schedule is only half the story. To bet smartly, you need to know the squads. Here’s a quick overview of all 10 teams.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad (c) | Batter |
| MS Dhoni (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Sanju Samson (wk) | Batter |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder |
| Noor Ahmad | Bowler |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder (traded to RR) |
CSK has transformed their squad for IPL 2026. With Sanju Samson joining from RR and young talents like Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma, the Yellow Army is ready to bounce back after a disappointing 2025.
Mumbai Indians (MI) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | Batter |
| Hardik Pandya (c) | All-rounder |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Batter |
| Quinton de Kock (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Trent Boult | Bowler |
MI has reunited the legendary opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock. With a lethal pace attack and deep batting lineup, they are strong contenders.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | Batter |
| Rajat Patidar (c) | Batter |
| Phil Salt (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Josh Hazlewood | Bowler |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Bowler |
| Venkatesh Iyer | All-rounder |
The defending champions have kept their core intact and added Venkatesh Iyer for balance. At Chinnaswamy, they are nearly unstoppable.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane (c) | Batter |
| Andre Russell | All-rounder |
| Sunil Narine | All-rounder |
| Cameron Green | All-rounder |
| Rinku Singh | Batter |
| Varun Chakravarthy | Bowler |
KKR spent big on Cameron Green (₹25.20 crore). Their all-round depth makes them dangerous, especially at Eden Gardens.
Gujarat Titans (GT) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (c) | Batter |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Rashid Khan | Bowler |
| Mohammed Siraj | Bowler |
| Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
| Jason Holder | All-rounder |
GT has one of the most balanced squads. With Gill and Buttler opening and Rashid leading the spin attack, they are serious title contenders.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| Riyan Parag (c) | All-rounder |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Jofra Archer | Bowler |
| Sam Curran | All-rounder |
| Dhruv Jurel (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
The biggest trade of the decade saw Sanju Samson go to CSK and Jadeja + Curran come to RR. This new-look squad is young, explosive, and full of all-round talent.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Travis Head | Batter |
| Pat Cummins (c) | Bowler |
| Heinrich Klaasen (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
| Liam Livingstone | All-rounder |
| Abhishek Sharma | All-rounder |
| Harshal Patel | Bowler |
SRH has the most explosive batting lineup. With Head, Klaasen, and Livingstone, they could be the first team to score 300 in IPL history.
Delhi Capitals (DC) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| KL Rahul (wk) | Batter |
| Axar Patel (c) | All-rounder |
| Mitchell Starc | Bowler |
| David Miller | Batter |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
| Tristan Stubbs | Batter |
DC has a formidable pace attack with Starc, Natarajan, and Mukesh. With KL Rahul anchoring the batting, they are playoff contenders.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant (c) | Wicketkeeper |
| Nicholas Pooran (wk) | Batter |
| Mohammed Shami | Bowler |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | All-rounder |
| Avesh Khan | Bowler |
| Mitchell Marsh | All-rounder |
LSG has explosive batting and a fearsome pace attack. At Ekana, their spinners will dominate.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) – Squad Highlights
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer (c) | Batter |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Bowler |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder |
| Priyansh Arya | Batter |
| Marco Jansen | All-rounder |
After reaching the final in 2025, PBKS has retained their core. Their explosive openers and quality spinners make them dangerous.
🏟️ IPL 2026 Venues – Pitch Report & Betting Strategy
Understanding the venues is key to winning bets. Here’s a quick guide to all stadiums in the IPL 2026 schedule.
| Stadium | City | Team | Avg Score | Pitch Behavior | Best Bet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Chinnaswamy | Bengaluru | RCB | 190-210 | Batting paradise, short boundaries | Over 190 runs |
| Wankhede | Mumbai | MI | 180-200 | Good bounce, dew factor | Chase after toss |
| Eden Gardens | Kolkata | KKR | 170-190 | Spin helps, big ground | Spin bowlers |
| Chepauk | Chennai | CSK | 150-170 | Spin-friendly, slow turner | Under 160 runs |
| Narendra Modi | Ahmedabad | GT | 170-190 | Balanced pitch, big ground | Toss decisive |
| Barsapara | Guwahati | RR | 155-170 | Slower, assists spinners | Spinners top wicket |
| Rajiv Gandhi | Hyderabad | SRH | 180-200 | Flat pitch, high scoring | Over 200 runs |
| Ekana | Lucknow | LSG | 150-170 | Sticky, low and slow | Under 160 runs |
| Arun Jaitley | Delhi | DC | 170-190 | True bounce, good batting | Pacers early |
| PCA | New Chandigarh | PBKS | 170-190 | Balanced, pacer help | Powerplay runs |
Dew Factor: In evening matches (March-April), dew is heavy in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Teams bowling second struggle. Always check dew forecast before betting on the toss winner.
🎯 Betting Tips for IPL 2026 Schedule Matches
The IPL 2026 schedule is packed with exciting matches. Here are my top betting tips:
1. Follow the Toss
At venues like Wankhede, Chinnaswamy, and Hyderabad, chasing teams have a clear advantage due to dew. If the toss winner bowls first, their winning chances increase by 15-20%.
2. Bet on Spinners at Chepauk and Ekana
At Chepauk, spinners take 4.5 wickets per match on average. At Ekana, the pitch is even slower. Always bet on spinners for “Top Bowler” markets at these venues.
3. Back Pacers at Wankhede and Delhi
At Wankhede, pacers like Bumrah and Boult dominate. At Delhi, true bounce helps fast bowlers. Bet on pacers for “Top Bowler” at these venues.
4. Use Live Betting Triggers
Watch the first 5 overs. If the pitch is flat and boundaries are flowing, bet on “Over” for total runs. If spinners are getting turn, bet “Under”.
5. Bet on All-Rounders for Man of the Match
All-rounders like Jadeja, Hardik, and Russell have 30% higher chance of winning MOTM than specialists. Bet on them at 6.00+ odds.
🔥 Key Matches in IPL 2026 Schedule
Here are the must-watch matches in the IPL 2026 schedule:
| Match | Date | Why It’s Special |
|---|---|---|
| RCB vs SRH | March 28 | Opening match, defending champions vs record holders |
| CSK vs MI | March 29 | Biggest rivalry in IPL |
| CSK vs RCB | April 3 | Southern derby, Dhoni vs Kohli |
| MI vs RCB | April 13 | Box office clash |
| CSK vs RR | May 6 | Sanju Samson vs his old team |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: IPL 2026 schedule kab release hua?
A: The first phase of the IPL 2026 schedule was released on March 16, 2026. The full schedule will be announced after election dates are confirmed.
Q2: IPL 2026 ka pehla match kaun sa hai?
A: The opening match of IPL 2026 is RCB vs SRH on March 28, 2026 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Q3: IPL 2026 final kab hai?
A: The IPL 2026 final will be played on May 31, 2026 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Q4: IPL 2026 mein kitne matches honge?
A: IPL 2026 will have 84 matches – 10 more than previous seasons.
Q5: IPL 2026 schedule kaun si team jeetegi?
A: Based on squad analysis, MI, RCB, and GT are the strongest contenders. But IPL is unpredictable – that’s why we love it!
Q6: IPL 2026 schedule mein CSK ka pehla match kab hai?
A: CSK’s first match is against Mumbai Indians on March 29, 2026 at Chepauk.
Q7: IPL 2026 schedule mein MI ka pehla match kab hai?
A: MI’s first match is against Chennai Super Kings on March 29, 2026 at Chepauk.
Q8: IPL 2026 schedule mein RCB ka pehla match kab hai?
A: RCB’s first match is the opening match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28, 2026.
Q9: Kya IPL 2026 schedule mein Guwahati matches hain?
A: Yes, Guwahati will host matches on April 1 (RR vs KKR) and April 5 (RR vs CSK).
Q10: Kya IPL 2026 schedule mein Visakhapatnam matches hain?
A: Yes, Visakhapatnam will host DC vs LSG on March 30 and DC vs SRH on April 5.
Q11: IPL 2026 schedule kaise download karein?
A: You can bookmark this page for the complete IPL 2026 schedule. We’ll update it as soon as Phase 2 is announced.
Q12: Kya IPL 2026 schedule mein rain ka asar hoga?
A: Rain is possible in April-May. Keep an eye on weather forecasts before betting.
Q13: IPL 2026 schedule ke hisaab se kaunsi team sabse strong hai?
A: MI, RCB, and GT have the most balanced squads. SRH has the most explosive batting.
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🏁 Final Verdict
The IPL 2026 schedule is packed with action. From the opening match on March 28 to the final on May 31, there’s non-stop cricket for two months. Whether you’re a fan of CSK, MI, RCB, or any other team, this season promises thrill, drama, and plenty of betting opportunities.
Use the venue-wise strategies, follow the toss, and bet on all-rounders for consistent wins. Get your Reddy Anna ID today and start your IPL 2026 betting journey.
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