Shivam Sharma
abplive|28-02-2026
The complete schedule for Indian Premier League 2026 is still being finalized, the broad window for the 19th edition of the league has been set:
As per the long-standing IPL tradition where defending champions host the first game, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is confirmed to play the opening match of IPL 2026 season.
The primary reason for the delay in releasing the full schedule is pending announcement of election dates in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Assam. These states host critical venues like Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Chepauk (Chennai), and Guwahati. BCCI plans to release IPL 2026 schedule in two halves, a strategy previously used during election years in 2019 and 2024.
Total Teams: 10
Total Matches: 84 (Expanding from the previous 74-match format).
Defending Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Winners of IPL 2025).
Total Teams: 10
Total Matches: 84 (Expanding from the previous 74-match format).
Defending Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Winners of IPL 2025).
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