The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) begins on March 28, 2026, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru.
The tournament runs until May 31 across 12 cities, including Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, and Kolkata. Matches will mostly start at 7:30 PM IST, while double-headers will feature afternoon games at 3:30 PM. Each team will play 14 league matches, with the top four advancing to the playoffs. Ten teams, including CSK, MI, RCB, and KKR, will compete for the title.
Fans can watch live telecasts on Star Sports, while streaming will be available on JioHotstar with multi-cam and 360-degree viewing options for an enhanced experience.