IPL 2025: Complete Guide to Teams, Schedule, and England Players

Get the full details on IPL 2025, including the schedule, participating teams, England players, and how to follow the matches on BBC.

IPL 2025: The World's Premier T20 Tournament

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, the most anticipated T20 franchise tournament globally, kicks off on Saturday, 22 March. This 18th edition promises thrilling cricket action with 10 teams vying for the prestigious title, currently held by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Key Highlights of IPL 2025

  • Start Date: 22 March 2025
  • Final: 25 May 2025 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata
  • Format: 70 group matches across 13 venues, followed by knockout stages

England Players in IPL 2025

This year’s IPL features 10 England players, including some notable names:

  • Jos Buttler (Gujarat Titans)
  • Jofra Archer (Rajasthan Royals)
  • Sam Curran (Chennai Super Kings)
  • Moeen Ali (Kolkata Knight Riders)

How to Follow IPL 2025 on BBC

Stay updated with live commentary on over 35 matches on BBC Sounds, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, and the BBC Sport website & app. Enjoy daily reports and live scorecards right at your fingertips.

Previous IPL Winners

Here’s a quick look at the past champions:

Year Team
2024 Kolkata Knight Riders
2023 Chennai Super Kings
2022 Gujarat Titans
2021 Chennai Super Kings
2020 Mumbai Indians

Interesting Facts

  • Most Expensive Player: Rishabh Pant (₹27 crore)
  • Youngest Player: Vaibhav Suryavanshi (13 years old)

IPL 2025 is set to be a cricketing extravaganza like no other. Don’t miss out on any action!

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