With the IPL 2025 set to resume on May 17 after a week-long suspension due to national security concerns, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a revised venue list for the remaining matches.

A total of 17 matches, including the playoffs and final, will now be conducted across six selected cities, as it has been confirmed by the apex body of Indian cricket.

IPL 2025: Why Kolkata and Hyderabad Were Dropped?

Kolkata - Weather Woes Prompt Exclusion

Eden Gardens in Kolkata was initially expected to host a playoff game or even the final.

However, persistent thunderstorms and heavy rain warnings led to multiple disruptions and weather concerns in the region across the last week of May.

Also, there is a possibility for the start of the Bengal Pro T20 League for the 2nd season. As the matches are scheduled to be played at the Eden Gardens, that may have culminated BCCI removing matches from the City of Joy.

Hyderabad - SRH Exit Ends Hosting Chances?

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium was lined up to host Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator. But with Sunrisers Hyderabad knocked out of the playoff race following a washed-out match.

It is unknown why the matches are removed from Hyderabad.

New IPL 2025 Venues

The remaining IPL 2025 matches will be hosted in the following cities - Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Ahmedabad.

Updated Playoff Schedule

• Qualifier 1 - May 29
• Eliminator - May 30
• Qualifier 2 - June 1
• Final - June 3

The exact venues for these high-stakes matches will be announced shortly, depending on conditions and team progress.