IPL 2026 Schedule: Full Match Dates, Venues & Time Table for All 84 Fixtures
Author: Daniel Richter
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TATA IPL 2026 runs from March 28 to May 31. Here is everything you need to know — match-by-match fixtures, venues, timings, and how to watch.
| Date Start | 28th March, 2026 |
| Final | 31st May, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 84 |
| Teams | 10 Franchises |
| Final Venue | Bengaluru |
| Defending Champions | RCB |
| Title Sponsor | TATA Group |
| Broadcaster | Start Sports/JioHotStar |
The IPL 2026 schedule covers 84 matches played across India from March 28 to May 31, 2026. This is the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League — officially branded as TATA IPL 2026 — and marks the first season in which the league expands to 84 fixtures following a decision by the IPL Governing Council. Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter as defending champions after claiming their maiden title in 2025.
The BCCI has confirmed the full schedule will be released in two parts due to pending assembly election dates in Assam, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. The first half of the schedule will be announced around March 6–7, 2026. This article will be updated as soon as the official fixture list is released.
IPL 2026 Full Schedule & Fixture Table
Below is the IPL 2026 timetable with match numbers, teams, venues, and start times. The table will be updated with the complete fixture list upon official BCCI announcement. Fixtures marked TBC are yet to be confirmed.
Last updated: 1st April 16:45 IST Time
IPL Match Schedule 2026
| Date | Time (IST) | Teams | Match number | Format | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.05.2026 | 19:30 | Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | 63rd | t20 | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India |
| 19.05.2026 | 19:30 | Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants | 64th | t20 | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, India |
| 20.05.2026 | 19:30 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians | 65th | t20 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India |
| 21.05.2026 | 19:30 | Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings | 66th | t20 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India |
| 22.05.2026 | 19:30 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 67th | t20 | Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad, India |
| 23.05.2026 | 19:30 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings | 68th | t20 | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, India |
| 24.05.2026 | 15:30 | Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals | 69th | t20 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai City, India |
| 24.05.2026 | 19:30 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals | 70th | t20 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India |
| 26.05.2026 | 19:30 | TBC vs TBC | 1st Qualifier | t20 | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala, India |
| 27.05.2026 | 19:30 | TBC vs TBC | Eliminator | t20 | New Chandigarh, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, India, India |
| 29.05.2026 | 19:30 | TBC vs TBC | 2nd Qualifier | t20 | New Chandigarh, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, India, India |
| 31.05.2026 | 19:30 | TBC vs TBC | Final | t20 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India |
IPL 2026 Teams & Groups
The same 10 franchises from the 2025 season compete in IPL 2026.
| Short Name | Venue | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | RCB | Bengaluru |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | KKR | Kolkata |
| Rajasthan Royals | RR | Jaipur/Guwahati |
| Chennai Super Kings | CSK | Chennai |
| Punjab Kings | PBKS | Mohali |
| Sunsirers Hyderabad | SRH | Hyderabad |
| Delhi Capitals | DC | Delhi |
| Gujarat Titans | GT | Ahmedabad |
| Mumbai Indians | MI | Mumbai |
| Lucknow Super Giants | LSG | Lucknow |
IPL 2026 Venues
The complete TATA IPL 2026 fixtures list includes home-and-away matches across all stadiums. Most teams will play at their designated grounds, but a few franchises face venue issues. Of these, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have faced the most trouble. As 11 fans lost their lives in a stampede during the title-winning celebrations at RCB's home ground, Chinnaswamy Stadium. This tragedy casted doubt over whether the club could continue hosting matches at Chinnaswamy.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru recently got permission to play 5 matches at their home ground, Chinnaswamy Stadium. While their remaining 2 home matches will be held in Raipur (Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium).
Apart from RCB, the Rajasthan Royals have also faced uncertainty regarding their home ground for the past few months. Good news for Rajasthan Royals fans as last week the franchise received approval to host 4 matches in Jaipur. The remaining 3 home matches will be played at the ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati, which was already used by the Royals as their home ground in the past.
Match timings are primarily 3:30 PM IST (afternoon slot) and 7:30 PM IST (prime-time evening slot).
IPL 2026 Live Streaming & Broadcast
Star Sports Network holds the official satellite broadcasting rights for IPL 2026 in India. All matches will be telecast live across Star Sports channels. For digital viewing, JioHotstar — the combined platform of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar — is the official streaming partner. JioHotstar offers live 4K streaming, multi-camera options, and regional language commentary.
| Country/Region | TV Broadcaster | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | JioHotstar |
| South Africa/Zimbabwe/Sub-Saharan African Countries | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go NZ |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC Channel | Dialog TV |
| United Kingdom/Ireland | Sky Sports | Sky Go, Now TV |
| UAE/Qatar/Middle East Countries | CricLife | BeIN Sports |
| Caribbean Countries | Rush Sports | Flow Sports App |
| USA/Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV |
| North America | BeIN Sports | BeIN Sports |
Why Has the Full IPL 2026 Schedule Been Delayed?
The complete fixture list has not yet been published because the Election Commission of India has not yet announced the dates for assembly elections in Assam, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. Kolkata (KKR's home), Chennai (CSK's home), and Guwahati (RR's second venue) are all located in these states. The IPL Governing Council is expected to release the schedule in two parts — as was done in 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024 — once election dates are confirmed.
FAQ
When does IPL 2026 start?
IPL 2026 starts on March 28, 2026. The opening match features defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The start date was shifted from the originally planned March 26 by two days.
When is the IPL 2026 final?
The IPL 2026 final is on May 31, 2026, in Bengaluru. It was originally scheduled for May 25 but has been pushed to accommodate the expanded 84-match format.
How many matches are in IPL 2026?
IPL 2026 will feature 84 matches in total — a significant increase from 74 in IPL 2025. This expansion was approved by the IPL Governing Council.
Which teams are playing in IPL 2026?
The same 10 franchises from the previous season compete: RCB, KKR, RR, CSK, PBKS (Group A) and SRH, DC, GT, MI, LSG (Group B).
Where can I watch IPL 2026 live?
IPL 2026 is broadcast live on Star Sports (TV) and streamed on JioHotstar (digital) in India. JioHotstar offers live 4K quality with regional language commentary.
What time do IPL 2026 matches start?
Most IPL 2026 matches kick off at 3:30 PM IST (afternoon) or 7:30 PM IST (evening). All timings are in Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30).
Who are the IPL 2026 defending champions?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the defending champions, having won their maiden IPL title in 2025 by defeating Punjab Kings in the final.
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