The IPL 2025 season is set to begin on March 22, 2025 , giving fans two months of high-octane T20 action. The tournament will run until May 25, 2025 , with a total of 74 matches scheduled across various cities in India. Check out the IPL 2025 first match date and venue. Also check out IPL match start time for the upcoming 2025 edition. All fans are eagerly waiting for the next edition of the IPL. The first match of the IPL 2025 will be played between the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The IPL 2025 start date is March 22 . The tournament will run until May 25. The inaugural match of IPL 2025 featured a face-off between the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru . RCB emerged victorious with a seven-wicket win, marking a strong start to their campaign.
