The countdown to the Indian Premier League’s 18th season has begun, with just 24 hours left before the action kicks off. On Saturday, March 22, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will face off against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the season opener. The league stage will feature 70 matches, with all 10 teams playing 14 games each.
Key Matchups
Some of the exciting matchups to look out for include:
- Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22
- Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals on March 23
- Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians on March 23
Venues
A total of 13 cities will host the matches, including:
- Lucknow
- Hyderabad
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Chennai
- Ahmedabad
- Visakhapatnam
- Guwahati
- Bengaluru
- New Chandigarh
- Jaipur
- Kolkata
- Dharamshala
Playoff Schedule
The playoff schedule is as follows:
- Qualifier 1: May 20
- Eliminator: May 21
- Qualifier 2: May 23
- Final: May 25
The stage is set for an exciting season of cricket, with the best teams and players from around the world competing for the top prize. Will Kolkata Knight Riders be able to defend their title, or will a new champion emerge? The next few weeks will be filled with action, suspense, and drama, as the Indian Premier League takes center stage.