IPL 2025 Schedule: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, marking its 18th edition, will run from March 22 to May 25, 2025. The season opener will see Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, which will also be the venue for the final match.
Fans in India can catch all IPL 2025 matches live on Star Sports channels, while JioCinema will provide free streaming for users with select plans. This guide covers where to watch IPL 2025 in different countries so that cricket enthusiasts worldwide don’t miss any action.
Where to Watch IPL 2025 Live in India?
Television Broadcast
- Star Sports holds the exclusive rights to telecast IPL 2025 on TV, offering coverage in multiple languages.
Digital Streaming
- JioCinema will provide free live streaming for select subscribers.
- Disney+ Hotstar will also offer streaming options for IPL 2025.
IPL 2025 Schedule & Key Matches
- Opening Match: March 22, 2025 – KKR vs. RCB at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
- Final Match: May 25, 2025 – Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
- Key Rivalries:
- CSK vs. MI (El Clasico of IPL)
- RCB vs. CSK (Southern Derby)
Venues
IPL 2025 matches will take place in major cities, including Mumbai, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata.
Teams Participating
A total of 10 teams will compete in IPL 2025:
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
How to Watch IPL 2025 Live in the US, Canada, UK & Australia?
United States (US)
- TV Broadcast: Willow TV
- Live Streaming: Willow TV app & website
Canada
- TV Broadcast: Willow TV
- Live Streaming: Willow TV app & Fubo (which includes Willow TV)
United Kingdom (UK)
- TV Broadcast: Sky Sports Cricket & Sky Sports Main Event
- Live Streaming: Sky Go
Australia
- TV Broadcast: Foxtel
- Live Streaming: Kayo Sports & Foxtel Go
Match Timings Across Different Time Zones
| Time Zone | Normal Matches | Double-Header Matches (1st / 2nd) |
|---|---|---|
| IST (India) | 7:30 PM | 3:30 PM / 7:30 PM |
| EST (US) | 10:00 AM | 6:00 AM / 10:00 AM |
| CST (US) | 9:00 AM | 5:00 AM / 9:00 AM |
| MST (US) | 8:00 AM | 4:00 AM / 8:00 AM |
| PST (US) | 7:00 AM | 3:00 AM / 7:00 AM |
| GMT (UK) | 2:00 PM | – |
| AEST (Australia) | 12:30 AM / 4:30 AM | – |
Is There a Way to Watch IPL 2025 for Free?
There is no fully free streaming platform for IPL 2025. However, JioCinema offers limited free access to matches, while Hotstar provides a few minutes of free streaming before requiring a subscription.
Stay tuned for more updates on IPL 2025, including the latest match schedules and team performances.
