The much-awaited IPL 2026 season is set to begin with exciting matches across top stadiums in India. Based on the official IPL 2026 Schedule, fans can enjoy back-to-back thrilling encounters featuring all major teams.
According to the uploaded schedule, the tournament starts on 28 March 2026 and includes multiple matches across cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.
📅 IPL 2026 Schedule (First 20 Matches)
Here is the detailed match list:
🔹 Match 1
- Date: 28 March 2026 (Saturday)
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Venue: Bengaluru
🔹 Match 2
- Date: 29 March 2026
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders
- Venue: Mumbai
🔹 Match 3
- Date: 30 March 2026
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings
- Venue: Guwahati
🔹 Match 4
- Date: 31 March 2026
- Match: Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans
- Venue: New Chandigarh
🔹 Match 5
- Date: 01 April 2026
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals
- Venue: Lucknow
🔹 Match 6
- Date: 02 April 2026
- Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Venue: Kolkata
🔹 Match 7
- Date: 03 April 2026
- Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings
- Venue: Chennai
🔹 Match 8
- Date: 04 April 2026 (Afternoon)
- Match: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians
- Time: 3:30 PM
- Venue: Delhi
🔹 Match 9
- Date: 04 April 2026
- Match: Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals
- Venue: Ahmedabad
🔹 Match 10
- Date: 05 April 2026
- Match: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants
- Venue: Hyderabad
🔹 Match 11
- Date: 05 April 2026
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings
- Venue: Bengaluru
🔹 Match 12
- Date: 06 April 2026
- Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings
- Venue: Kolkata
🔹 Match 13
- Date: 07 April 2026
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians
- Venue: Guwahati
🔹 Match 14
- Date: 08 April 2026
- Match: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans
- Venue: Delhi
🔹 Match 15
- Date: 09 April 2026
- Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants
- Venue: Kolkata
🔹 Match 16
- Date: 10 April 2026
- Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Venue: Guwahati
🔹 Match 17
- Date: 11 April 2026 (Afternoon)
- Match: Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Venue: New Chandigarh
🔹 Match 18
- Date: 11 April 2026
- Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals
- Venue: Chennai
🔹 Match 19
- Date: 12 April 2026 (Afternoon)
- Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans
- Venue: Lucknow
🔹 Match 20
- Date: 12 April 2026
- Match: Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Venue: Mumbai
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🏟️ IPL 2026 Venues
As per the schedule, matches will be played in:
- Bengaluru
- Mumbai
- Chennai
- Delhi
- Kolkata
- Hyderabad
- Ahmedabad
- Lucknow
- Guwahati
- New Chandigarh
⏰ Match Timings
- Evening Matches: 7:30 PM
- Afternoon Matches: 3:30 PM
🔥 Key Highlights
- Opening match: RCB vs SRH
- Double-header matches on weekends
- Matches across 10+ venues
- Balanced schedule for all teams
⚠️ Important Note
As mentioned in the official schedule :
👉 “The schedule may be subject to change as per BCCI decisions.”
❓ FAQs
Q1: When does IPL 2026 start?
IPL 2026 starts on 28 March 2026.
Q2: What is the timing of IPL matches?
Matches are played at 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM IST.
Q3: Where can I download the IPL 2026 schedule PDF?
You can refer to the official schedule provided above.
🏁 Final Words
The IPL 2026 schedule promises an action-packed season with exciting matches every day. Fans can enjoy thrilling contests across top venues and support their favorite teams.
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