IPL 2026 Match Schedule — Main Stage & Playoffs
IPL 2026 is back, and this season is hitting different. Ten franchises, 74 matches, and a title race that’s going to keep the entire country glued to screens for two straight months. The IPL 2026 match schedule is loaded with fresh captains stepping up, historic rivalries reigniting, and enough drama to fill a feature film — and it’s all happening across India’s most iconic cricket grounds.
This page covers everything you need for the complete IPL 2026 schedule men — full fixture list, dates, venues, team breakdown, playoff structure, and a deep dive into the matches that will define this tournament.
IPL 2026 Schedule Mens: Full Fixtures, Dates & Venues
The 2026 IPL schedule spans two phases for the group stage before the top four teams battle it out in the playoffs. Each of the ten sides plays 14 league matches, giving fans 70 games of pure T20 action before the knockouts even start. The Tata IPL 2026 schedule runs across India’s biggest venues — Wankhede, Chinnaswamy, Eden Gardens, Narendra Modi Stadium — and the atmosphere at every one of these grounds is going to be electric. Below you’ll find both phases of the IPL match 2026 schedule in full detail, along with the complete playoff picture.
Phase 1 Match Schedule
Phase 1 of the IPL 2026 schedule men’s team kicks off on 28th March with RCB hosting SRH at Chinnaswamy — always a proper opener. These opening 20 matches set the early standings, and how teams start Phase 1 often shapes their entire season. A slow start in the first three weeks and you’re already playing catch-up on NRR. Keep a close eye on the big-name captains in these early fixtures — this is where reputations get built fast.
| # | Date | Match | Result | IST | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 March 2026 | RCB vs SRH | RCB won | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 2 | 29 March 2026 | MI vs KKR | MI won | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 3 | 30 March 2026 | RR vs CSK | RR won | 7:30 PM | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 4 | 31 March 2026 | PBKS vs GT | PBKS won | 7:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur |
| 5 | 1 April 2026 | LSG vs DC | DC won | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 6 | 2 April 2026 | KKR vs SRH | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 7 | 3 April 2026 | CSK vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 8 | 4 April 2026 | DC vs MI | – | 3:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 9 | 4 April 2026 | GT vs RR | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 10 | 5 April 2026 | SRH vs LSG | – | 3:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 11 | 5 April 2026 | RCB vs CSK | – | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 12 | 6 April 2026 | KKR vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 13 | 7 April 2026 | RR vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 14 | 7 April 2026 | DC vs GT | – | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 15 | 9 April 2026 | KKR vs LSG | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 16 | 10 April 2026 | RR vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 17 | 11 April 2026 | PBKS vs SRH | – | 3:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur |
| 18 | 11 April 2026 | CSK vs DC | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 19 | 12 April 2026 | LSG vs GT | – | 3:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 20 | 12 April 2026 | MI vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
Phase 2 Match Schedule
Phase 2 of the IPL 2026 schedule runs from 13th April to 24th May, covering 50 matches across 12 venues including Jaipur, Dharamshala, and Raipur joining the roster for the first time this season. This is where the tournament shifts from early-season experimentation to full-blown playoff warfare — every point matters, NRR swings become make-or-break, and the final week delivers back-to-back double-headers that will settle the top four once and for all.
| # | Date | Match | Result | IST | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 13 April 2026 | SRH vs RR | – | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 22 | 14 April 2026 | CSK vs KKR | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 23 | 15 April 2026 | RCB vs LSG | – | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 24 | 16 April 2026 | MI vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 25 | 17 April 2026 | GT vs KKR | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 26 | 18 April 2026 | RCB vs DC | – | 3:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 27 | 18 April 2026 | SRH vs CSK | – | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 28 | 19 April 2026 | KKR vs RR | – | 3:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 29 | 19 April 2026 | PBKS vs LSG | – | 7:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur |
| 30 | 20 April 2026 | GT vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 31 | 21 April 2026 | SRH vs DC | – | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 32 | 22 April 2026 | LSG vs RR | – | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 33 | 23 April 2026 | MI vs CSK | – | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 34 | 24 April 2026 | RCB vs GT | – | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| 35 | 25 April 2026 | DC vs PBKS | – | 3:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 36 | 25 April 2026 | RR vs SRH | – | 7:30 PM | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 37 | 26 April 2026 | GT vs CSK | – | 3:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 38 | 26 April 2026 | LSG vs KKR | – | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 39 | 27 April 2026 | DC vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 40 | 28 April 2026 | PBKS vs RR | – | 7:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mullanpur |
| 41 | 29 April 2026 | MI vs SRH | – | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 42 | 30 April 2026 | GT vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 43 | 1 May 2026 | RR vs DC | – | 7:30 PM | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 44 | 2 May 2026 | CSK vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 45 | 3 May 2026 | SRH vs KKR | – | 3:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 46 | 3 May 2026 | GT vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 47 | 4 May 2026 | MI vs LSG | – | 7:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 48 | 5 May 2026 | DC vs CSK | – | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 49 | 6 May 2026 | SRH vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 50 | 7 May 2026 | LSG vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 51 | 8 May 2026 | DC vs KKR | – | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 52 | 9 May 2026 | RR vs GT | – | 7:30 PM | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 53 | 10 May 2026 | CSK vs LSG | – | 3:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 54 | 10 May 2026 | RCB vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | Nava Raipur Cricket Stadium, Raipur |
| 55 | 11 May 2026 | PBKS vs DC | – | 7:30 PM | HPCA Cricket Stadium, Dharamshala |
| 56 | 12 May 2026 | GT vs SRH | – | 7:30 PM | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 57 | 13 May 2026 | RCB vs KKR | – | 7:30 PM | Nava Raipur Cricket Stadium, Raipur |
| 58 | 14 May 2026 | PBKS vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | HPCA Cricket Stadium, Dharamshala |
| 59 | 15 May 2026 | LSG vs CSK | – | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 60 | 16 May 2026 | KKR vs GT | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 61 | 17 May 2026 | PBKS vs RCB | – | 3:30 PM | HPCA Cricket Stadium, Dharamshala |
| 62 | 17 May 2026 | DC vs RR | – | 7:30 PM | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| 63 | 18 May 2026 | CSK vs SRH | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 64 | 19 May 2026 | RR vs LSG | – | 7:30 PM | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| 65 | 20 May 2026 | KKR vs MI | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 66 | 21 May 2026 | CSK vs GT | – | 7:30 PM | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| 67 | 22 May 2026 | SRH vs RCB | – | 7:30 PM | Rajiv Gandhi Intl. Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 68 | 23 May 2026 | LSG vs PBKS | – | 7:30 PM | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| 69 | 24 May 2026 | MI vs RR | – | 3:30 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 70 | 24 May 2026 | KKR vs DC | – | 7:30 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
Men’s IPL 2026 Schedule for Playoffs
The IPL playoffs 2026 are where the tournament goes from exciting to genuinely unforgettable. Four matches, four weeks of intensity, and careers defined by a single delivery. The IPL 2026 playoffs run a double-elimination format that rewards consistency in the league stage — finish in the top 2 and you get a safety net, finish 3rd or 4th and one bad night ends your season. Here’s the full playoff schedule as it stands.
| Round | Date | Match | IST | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualifier 1 | 26 May 2026 | 1st vs 2nd (TBD) | 7:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mohali |
| Eliminator | 27 May 2026 | 3rd vs 4th (TBD) | 7:30 PM | New PCA Stadium, Mohali |
| Qualifier 2 | 29 May 2026 | TBD | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Final | 31 May 2026 | TBD | 7:30 PM | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
IPL 2026 Team List Competing This Season
Ten franchises, ten sets of ambitions, and every squad hungry for that trophy. The IPL 2026 team list brings together some of the most celebrated names in world cricket alongside a new generation of Indian stars taking charge. This is your complete all IPL team squad 2026 rundown — who’s leading, where they play, and what makes them a threat this season.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
The most decorated franchise in IPL history, led by the elegant Ruturaj Gaikwad under Stephen Fleming’s seasoned coaching. Chepauk is their fortress, and CSK’s experience in big matches makes them perennial title contenders every single year.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Axar Patel takes the armband for a DC side that has been knocking on the door of a first IPL title for years now. With Ricky Ponting’s tactical sharpness driving the planning, Delhi have the balanced squad to finally push deep into the tournament.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Back-to-back champions in their first two seasons, GT now have Shubman Gill leading them out of the massive Narendra Modi Stadium. Coach Ashish Nehra has built a squad with serious depth at every position, and they’re quietly one of the strongest outfits in the 2026 IPL team list.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Defending champions with Ajinkya Rahane as captain and Chandrakant Pandit running the coaching setup. Eden Gardens is one of the loudest arenas in all of cricket, and KKR at home in crunch games is a completely different proposition to what you see on paper.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Rishabh Pant’s arrival as captain is the biggest talking point heading into this season. Justin Langer has built a team around aggression and intent at Ekana Stadium, and LSG have the firepower to go on unexpected winning runs that can shake up the entire points table.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Five-time champions and the most successful club in IPL history, MI are led by Hardik Pandya with Mahela Jayawardene as head coach. Wankhede turns royal blue on matchdays, and Mumbai have an uncanny habit of finding form at exactly the moment it matters most.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Shreyas Iyer steps in as captain at the brand new New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur. PBKS have long been underachievers despite strong squads, but with Ricky Ponting’s experience guiding decisions, this looks like a side finally capable of converting potential into a playoff spot.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
The original IPL champions have Riyan Parag leading the side, backed by Kumar Sangakkara’s world-class coaching setup. Playing out of Barsapara in Guwahati, RR have a long-standing reputation for unearthing raw talent and punching well above their budget every season.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Rajat Patidar leads the most passionate fan base in the tournament, with Andy Flower bringing tactical discIPLine to a side that has historically been more flair than structure. Chinnaswamy under lights is always electric, and RCB in 2026 look more complete than they’ve been in a long time.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Pat Cummins leads one of the most explosive batting line-ups in the tournament, with Daniel Vettori handling coaching duties. SRH play an all-out attacking brand of cricket at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, and when their top order fires, they’re capable of posting totals that break the opposition’s spirit inside six overs.
IPL 2026 Match Format Explained
IPL 2026 uses the same round-robin plus knockout format that has made this league one of the hardest T20 competitions in the world to predict. The league stage runs across two phases before the top four sides advance to the IPL 2026 playoffs. Getting a grip on how the format works helps you track the schedule of IPL 2026 with a clearer picture of which matches carry genuine weight and which ones are the real turning points of the season.
Main Stage Format
Each team plays 14 league matches across Phase 1 and Phase 2, giving the tournament a 70-match group stage in total. Fixtures are distributed so teams get a mix of home and away games across different venues, with the BCCI factoring in ground availability and broadcast schedules. Every match is standard T20 format — 20 overs per side, with a 6-over powerplay at the start of each innings where only 2 fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle.
Weekend double-headers are a fixture of the IPL 2026 schedule, with afternoon games kicking off at 3:30 PM IST and evening games at 7:30 PM IST. Weekday single-match nights always start at 7:30 PM IST to hit the primetime viewing slot across the country.
Points System and Qualification Rules
The points system is clean and direct — a win gets your team 2 points, a loss gets 0. Tied matches go to a Super Over to produce a winner, who then takes the full 2 points. If a game is abandoned with no result possible due to weather, both sides pocket 1 point each. There are no bonus points for margin of victory in the regular IPL format.
At the end of the league stage, teams are ranked by total points. Where teams finish level on points, the tiebreaker is Net Run Rate (NRR) — your runs scored per over across the season minus your runs conceded per over. A strong NRR can be the difference between 3rd place and 5th place when it’s close, which means a team batting deep in dead overs and restricting opponents tightly can swing their playoff destiny even in games they win comfortably.
How Teams Reach the Playoffs
The top four teams on the league stage points table book their place in the IPL playoffs 2026. Finishing 1st or 2nd is the prize everyone’s gunning for — those teams play Qualifier 1, and the winner gets a direct pass to the Final. The loser still survives and gets another chance in Qualifier 2.
Teams finishing 3rd and 4th meet in the Eliminator — no second chances here, straight knockout. The Eliminator winner then plays the Qualifier 1 loser in Qualifier 2, with that winner taking the last Final spot. Finishing 1st or 2nd gives a team two shots at reaching the Final — finishing 3rd or 4th means every game from the Eliminator onwards is sudden death.
Key Matches to Watch in IPL 2026
Not all 70 league games are created equal. Some matches carry the weight of decades of rivalry, some will have direct playoff qualification written all over them, and some are the kind of high-profile weekend blockbusters where even fans who don’t follow cricket closely find themselves watching. Here are the fixtures that deserve a spot on your calendar before the season even starts.
Biggest Rivalry Matches
With the full schedule now confirmed, every marquee rivalry gets the home-and-away treatment it deserves. CSK vs RCB clashes at both Chinnaswamy and Chepauk, MI vs CSK goes head-to-head at Wankhede and then Chennai, and RCB vs SRH bookend the entire league stage — opening the tournament on March 28th and meeting again on May 22nd when playoff spots are on the line.
| # | Match | Fixture 1 | Fixture 2 | Why It’s Must-Watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CSK vs RCB | #11 · 5 Apr · Bengaluru | #27 · 18 Apr · Hyderabad | India’s most passionate rivalry — Dhoni legacy vs Kohli legacy, Chepauk vs Chinnaswamy, bragging rights at national scale. Phase 1 lights up Bengaluru; Phase 2 ramps up the pressure in Chennai. |
| 2 | MI vs CSK | #33 · 23 Apr · Mumbai | #44 · 2 May · Chennai | The most played IPL fixture in history, built on years of title-fight collisions. Wankhede in April, Chepauk in May — two high-stakes meetings in the thick of the playoff race. |
| 3 | MI vs KKR | #2 · 29 Mar · Mumbai | #65 · 20 May · Kolkata | Two champion franchises with serious history. They open Phase 1 at Wankhede and close out Phase 2 at Eden Gardens when the table is almost locked — always a tactical battle between powerhouse sides. |
| 4 | RCB vs SRH | #1 · 28 Mar · Bengaluru | #67 · 22 May · Hyderabad | South Indian rivalry with two of the most aggressive top orders in the game. They launch the entire tournament at Chinnaswamy and meet again in the penultimate week with playoff implications on the line. |
| 5 | KKR vs CSK | #22 · 14 Apr · Chennai | #60 · 16 May · Kolkata | Classic T20 chess match between two of the most experienced, well-drilled franchise setups. Chepauk in April sets the tone; Eden Gardens in May could decide who stays inside the top four. |
Matches That Could Decide the Playoffs
The final three weeks of Phase 2 are stacked with direct qualification battles that will define the top four. CSK vs MI at Chepauk on May 2nd and KKR vs MI at Eden Gardens on May 20th are the kind of fixtures that swing entire standings, while DC vs RR meet twice in the space of 16 days — meaning at least one of those games will carry genuine must-win pressure for both sides.
| # | Match | Date & Venue | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CSK vs MI | #44 · 2 May · Chennai | Two perennial top-four sides trading points in a direct fight that always shapes the final standings — a Chepauk fortress game with title implications. |
| 2 | RCB vs KKR | #57 · 13 May · Raipur | Both historically battle for the 3rd and 4th playoff spots. A neutral Raipur venue adds unpredictability — NRR implications run deep in this one. |
| 3 | GT vs SRH | #56 · 12 May · Ahmedabad | Two ambitious sides with explosive batting depth — a loss here in the penultimate fortnight can send NRR calculations into overdrive and end a playoff push. |
| 4 | DC vs RR | #43 · 1 May · Jaipur & #62 · 17 May · Delhi | A qualification crunch clash that appears twice in Phase 2 — they meet in Jaipur and again in Delhi two weeks later. Must-win energy for at least one side both times. |
| 5 | SRH vs PBKS | #49 · 6 May · Hyderabad | Neither team can afford to slip in mid-May — this is the kind of game where playoff spots are quietly won or lost on NRR before the final week. |
| 6 | KKR vs MI | #65 · 20 May · Kolkata | A final-week blockbuster at Eden Gardens — by this point, both teams know exactly where they stand, and two points here could be the difference between top-two safety and an Eliminator. |
| 7 | LSG vs CSK | #59 · 15 May · Lucknow | Two sides with realistic top-four ambitions meet at Ekana with 9 days left in the league stage — a pivotal mid-table swing match with no margin for error. |
High-Profile Weekend Games
IPL weekends are built for double-headers, and this season delivers nine of them across the full league stage — from the April 5th blockbuster pairing of SRH vs LSG and RCB vs CSK all the way through to the May 24th finale with MI vs RR and KKR vs DC closing out the group stage. Phase 2 adds marquee weekend slots at new venues too, with PBKS vs RCB lighting up Dharamshala on May 17th and RCB vs MI making Raipur’s debut evening fixture on May 10th.
| # | Date | Match | Slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 April 2026 | DC vs MI | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 2 | 4 April 2026 | GT vs RR | 7:30 PM IST — Evening |
| 3 | 5 April 2026 | SRH vs LSG | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 4 | 5 April 2026 | RCB vs CSK | 7:30 PM IST — The marquee clash |
| 5 | 11 April 2026 | PBKS vs SRH | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 6 | 11 April 2026 | CSK vs DC | 7:30 PM IST — Prime time Chennai |
| 7 | 12 April 2026 | LSG vs GT | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 8 | 12 April 2026 | MI vs RCB | 7:30 PM IST — Wankhede under lights |
| 9 | 18 April 2026 | RCB vs DC | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 10 | 18 April 2026 | SRH vs CSK | 7:30 PM IST — Hyderabad blockbuster |
| 11 | 19 April 2026 | KKR vs RR | 3:30 PM IST — Eden Gardens afternoon |
| 12 | 19 April 2026 | PBKS vs LSG | 7:30 PM IST — Evening |
| 13 | 25 April 2026 | DC vs PBKS | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 14 | 25 April 2026 | RR vs SRH | 7:30 PM IST — Jaipur debut |
| 15 | 26 April 2026 | GT vs CSK | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 16 | 26 April 2026 | LSG vs KKR | 7:30 PM IST — Evening |
| 17 | 3 May 2026 | SRH vs KKR | 3:30 PM IST — Afternoon opener |
| 18 | 3 May 2026 | GT vs PBKS | 7:30 PM IST — Ahmedabad evening |
| 19 | 10 May 2026 | CSK vs LSG | 3:30 PM IST — Chepauk afternoon |
| 20 | 10 May 2026 | RCB vs MI | 7:30 PM IST — Raipur headline clash |
| 21 | 17 May 2026 | PBKS vs RCB | 3:30 PM IST — Dharamshala hills |
| 22 | 17 May 2026 | DC vs RR | 7:30 PM IST — Delhi playoff crunch |
| 23 | 24 May 2026 | MI vs RR | 3:30 PM IST — Wankhede finale opener |
| 24 | 24 May 2026 | KKR vs DC | 7:30 PM IST — League stage closer |
Conclusion
IPL 2026 has all the ingredients for a landmark season. New captains carrying the hopes of massive fanbases, defending champions going for back-to-back, historic venues packed beyond capacity, and a playoff race that won’t be settled until the final week of May. The IPL 2026 schedule men’s team fixtures cover 74 matches of high-intensity T20 cricket across India’s greatest stadiums, with the Final landing at Chinnaswamy on 31st May 2026 — a perfect stage for the grand finish.
This page gets updated throughout the tournament — Phase 2 fixtures, updated standings, playoff matchups, and results will all be added as they’re confirmed. Bookmark it, stay sharp, and keep tracking the complete IPL match 2026 schedule right here.
FAQ
What is the start date for IPL 2026?
The Tata IPL 2026 schedule gets underway on 28th March 2026 with RCB taking on SRH at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The tournament runs all the way through to 31st May 2026 when the Final is played — also at Chinnaswamy.
How many matches are there in IPL 2026?
The complete IPL 2026 match schedule consists of 74 matches — 70 league stage games across Phase 1 and Phase 2, followed by 4 playoff matches (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final).
Which teams are in the IPL 2026 team list?
The full 2026 IPL team list has 10 franchises: Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans, Kolkata Knight Riders, Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
How do the IPL 2026 playoffs work?
The IPL playoffs 2026 use a double-elimination system. The top 2 league teams play Qualifier 1 — the winner goes straight to the Final, the loser stays alive. The 3rd and 4th teams play the Eliminator, which is sudden death. The Eliminator winner then plays the Qualifier 1 loser in Qualifier 2, and the winner of that game takes the last Final spot.
What time do IPL 2026 matches start?
The standard start time for the IPL 2026 schedule is 7:30 PM IST. On weekends with double-headers, the afternoon match starts at 3:30 PM IST, with the evening game following at 7:30 PM IST.
Where is the IPL 2026 Final being held?
The Final is scheduled for 31st May 2026 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Qualifier 2 on 29th May is also at Chinnaswamy, while the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator on 26th and 27th May will be played at New PCA Stadium in Mohali.
