TATA IPL 2026 Schedule – Full Fixture List, Dates & Venues
The wait is finally over — the TATA IPL 2026 Schedule has been officially released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and cricket fans across the world are counting down the days to the most exciting T20 league on the planet. The Indian Premier League 2026 is all set to get underway on Saturday, 28th March 2026, with the defending champion Royal Challengers Bengaluru hosting Sunrisers Hyderabad in the highly anticipated season opener at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
The IPL 2026 schedule features all 10 franchises competing in the home-and-away format, with matches spread across some of India’s most iconic cricket stadiums. Fans can look forward to non-stop T20 action through to mid-May 2026.
At Cricketwebs.com, we bring you the complete TATA IPL 2026 Schedule with all match details including dates, days, timings, home teams, away teams, and venues. We also provide daily IPL 2026 match predictions, fantasy team XI suggestions, toss predictions, pitch reports, weather forecasts, and winning probability analysis to help you stay ahead of the game throughout the entire tournament.
Whether you are a fantasy cricket enthusiast, a match prediction follower, or simply a passionate cricket fan, Cricketwebs is your ultimate destination for everything IPL 2026. Bookmark this page and check back daily for the latest IPL 2026 updates, team news, and expert predictions.
IPL 2026 Key Highlights at a Glance
- Tournament Name: TATA Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026)
- Season Opener: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad — 28th March 2026, Bengaluru
- Title Sponsor: TATA | Premier Partners: AngelOne, RuPay, Google
- Official Broadcaster: Star Sports | Official Digital Streaming Partner: JioHotstar
- Umpire Partner: Wonder Cement | Strategic Timeout Partner: CEAT
- 10 Teams | Double Round-Robin Group Stage | Playoffs + Final
- Multiple Venues: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad
- Match Timings: 3:30 PM IST (afternoon doubles) and 7:30 PM IST (prime-time evening matches)
TATA IPL 2026 Complete Match Schedule (Matches 1–20)
| # | Date | Day | Time | Home Team | Away Team | Venue |
| 1 | 28/03/26 | Sat | 7:30 PM | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bengaluru |
| 2 | 29/03/26 | Sun | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians | Kolkata Knight Riders | Mumbai |
| 3 | 30/03/26 | Mon | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | Guwahati |
| 4 | 31/03/26 | Tue | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings | Gujarat Titans | New Chandigarh |
| 5 | 01/04/26 | Wed | 7:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Delhi Capitals | Lucknow |
| 6 | 02/04/26 | Thu | 7:30 PM | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata |
| 7 | 03/04/26 | Fri | 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings | Punjab Kings | Chennai |
| 8 | 04/04/26 | Sat | 3:30 PM | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai Indians | Delhi |
| 9 | 04/04/26 | Sat | 7:30 PM | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals | Ahmedabad |
| 10 | 05/04/26 | Sun | 3:30 PM | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Lucknow Super Giants | Hyderabad |
| 11 | 05/04/26 | Sun | 7:30 PM | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Chennai Super Kings | Bengaluru |
| 12 | 06/04/26 | Mon | 7:30 PM | Kolkata Knight Riders | Punjab Kings | Kolkata |
| 13 | 07/04/26 | Tue | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals | Mumbai Indians | Guwahati |
| 14 | 08/04/26 | Wed | 7:30 PM | Delhi Capitals | Gujarat Titans | Delhi |
| 15 | 09/04/26 | Thu | 7:30 PM | Kolkata Knight Riders | Lucknow Super Giants | Kolkata |
| 16 | 10/04/26 | Fri | 7:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Guwahati |
| 17 | 11/04/26 | Sat | 3:30 PM | Punjab Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad | New Chandigarh |
| 18 | 11/04/26 | Sat | 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings | Delhi Capitals | Chennai |
| 19 | 12/04/26 | Sun | 3:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Gujarat Titans | Lucknow |
| 20 | 12/04/26 | Sun | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Mumbai |
Note: The above schedule is for Matches 1–20 of the TATA IPL 2026. Additional fixtures and the complete second half of the league stage schedule will be updated on Cricketwebs.com as soon as they are officially released by the BCCI. Please note that all fixtures are subject to change at the sole discretion of the BCCI.
Also Check: IPL 2026 Commentators and Presenters – Full Panel List
IPL 2026 Opening Week Preview – What to Expect
The TATA IPL 2026 kicks off with a blockbuster Saturday evening clash as Royal Challengers Bengaluru welcome Sunrisers Hyderabad to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on 28th March 2026 at 7:30 PM IST. RCB vs SRH is historically one of the most electric fixtures in the IPL calendar, and with both teams packing powerful batting lineups and aggressive bowling attacks, this season opener promises to set the tone for what should be a thrilling tournament.
Sunday, 29th March sees another marquee matchup as Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 7:30 PM IST. The five-time champions MI vs two-time champions KKR is a premium rivalry that always delivers high drama and exceptional cricket. The early days of IPL 2026 are stacked with high-quality fixtures that will quickly establish the powerhouse teams and early title contenders.
The first week of the schedule also sees Rajasthan Royals host Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati (30th March), Punjab Kings face Gujarat Titans in New Chandigarh (31st March), and Lucknow Super Giants take on Delhi Capitals in Lucknow (1st April). By the end of the first week, all 10 franchises will have had their first taste of IPL 2026 action, setting up a truly competitive and captivating group stage.
IPL 2026 Double-Header Fixtures
IPL 2026 features several exciting double-header days where cricket fans can enjoy back-to-back T20 matches. These double-header fixtures provide an outstanding weekend viewing experience and are a highlight of the IPL schedule format. Here are the confirmed double-header days from the first 20 matches of the 2026 season:
| Date | Day | Match 1 (3:30 PM) | Match 2 (7:30 PM) |
| 04/04/26 | Saturday | Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians (Delhi) | Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals (Ahmedabad) |
| 05/04/26 | Sunday | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants (Hyderabad) | Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings (Bengaluru) |
| 11/04/26 | Saturday | Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (New Chandigarh) | Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals (Chennai) |
| 12/04/26 | Sunday | Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans (Lucknow) | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Mumbai) |
IPL 2026 Schedule by Team
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB host the season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Bengaluru on 28th March, followed by a home clash vs Chennai Super Kings on 5th April and an away trip to Guwahati to face Rajasthan Royals on 10th April. They then travel to Mumbai on 12th April to face Mumbai Indians. As defending champions, RCB’s performances will be closely watched throughout the tournament.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
The five-time champions begin their campaign on the road — facing Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai on 29th March, then Delhi Capitals away on 4th April. They face Rajasthan Royals (away) on 7th April before hosting Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 12th April. A strong start will be crucial for Mumbai Indians, who always attract massive fan following and expectation.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK begin IPL 2026 as the away side in Guwahati against Rajasthan Royals on 30th March. They then host Punjab Kings on 3rd April in their first home game at Chennai. Away tests follow against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (5th April) and at Chennai vs Delhi Capitals (11th April). The MS Dhoni-era legacy continues to inspire CSK fans nationwide.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
The two-time champions and recent dominant force in IPL start away against Mumbai Indians on 29th March, host Sunrisers Hyderabad in Kolkata on 2nd April, and then host Punjab Kings on 6th April. Their fourth fixture sees them host Lucknow Super Giants on 9th April at Eden Gardens.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH begin on the road at Bengaluru against RCB on 28th March, before playing away at Kolkata on 2nd April. Their home game at Hyderabad comes on 5th April vs Lucknow Super Giants, and they then travel to New Chandigarh to face Punjab Kings on 11th April. SRH’s explosive batting unit makes every fixture unmissable.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Rajasthan Royals host Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on 30th March, face Gujarat Titans away on 4th April, then host Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on 7th April. Their fourth scheduled match sees them host RCB in Guwahati on 10th April. Guwahati serves as their temporary home venue for this phase of the season.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
GT begin as the away side against Punjab Kings in New Chandigarh on 31st March, then host Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad on 4th April. They face Delhi Capitals away on 8th April before travelling to Lucknow for a clash vs Lucknow Super Giants on 12th April. Gujarat Titans bring a competitive and well-balanced squad to every fixture.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC travel to Lucknow to face Lucknow Super Giants on 1st April, before hosting Mumbai Indians at Delhi on 4th April. They then host Gujarat Titans on 8th April and travel away for a clash vs Chennai Super Kings on 11th April. Delhi’s home fortress at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is known as a high-scoring venue.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG host Delhi Capitals on 1st April in their opener, then face Sunrisers Hyderabad away on 5th April. They travel to Kolkata on 9th April to face KKR before hosting Gujarat Titans at their home ground in Lucknow on 12th April. LSG continue to build a formidable squad under their management structure.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Punjab Kings host Gujarat Titans in New Chandigarh on 31st March, then travel to Chennai to face CSK on 3rd April. They play away at Kolkata vs KKR on 6th April before welcoming Sunrisers Hyderabad to New Chandigarh on 11th April. Punjab Kings have assembled a powerful batting lineup for IPL 2026 and will aim for their maiden title.
IPL 2026 Venue Guide
| Venue City | Stadium | Matches Hosted (1–20) |
| Bengaluru | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | 3 (RCB vs SRH, RCB vs CSK, Match 11) |
| Mumbai | Wankhede Stadium | 2 (MI vs KKR, MI vs RCB) |
| Guwahati | Barsapara Cricket Stadium | 4 (RR vs CSK, RR vs MI, RR vs RCB, Match 13) |
| New Chandigarh | New Chandigarh Stadium | 2 (PBKS vs GT, PBKS vs SRH) |
| Lucknow | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium | 3 (LSG vs DC, LSG vs GT, Match 19) |
| Kolkata | Eden Gardens | 3 (KKR vs SRH, KKR vs PBKS, KKR vs LSG) |
| Chennai | MA Chidambaram Stadium | 2 (CSK vs PBKS, CSK vs DC) |
| Delhi | Arun Jaitley Stadium | 2 (DC vs MI, DC vs GT) |
| Ahmedabad | Narendra Modi Stadium | 1 (GT vs RR) |
| Hyderabad | Rajiv Gandhi Int. Cricket Stadium | 1 (SRH vs LSG) |
IPL 2026 – Where to Watch Live
IPL 2026 Live on TV:
Star Sports Network (India) — The official broadcast partner for IPL 2026 in India is Star Sports. Fans can watch all IPL 2026 matches live on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada, and other regional language channels across the Star Sports portfolio.
IPL 2026 Live Streaming:
JioHotstar — The official digital streaming partner for IPL 2026. Fans can stream every match live in HD on the JioHotstar app and website. JioHotstar provides multi-language commentary options, live scores, ball-by-ball updates, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content for IPL 2026.
International Broadcasting:
IPL 2026 will be broadcast in over 100 countries worldwide through BCCI’s international broadcast partners. Fans outside India can check their respective regional sports channels for the official IPL 2026 broadcast schedule.
All 10 TATA IPL 2026 Teams
| Team | Short Name | Home Venue | City |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | RCB | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | Bengaluru |
| Mumbai Indians | MI | Wankhede Stadium | Mumbai |
| Chennai Super Kings | CSK | MA Chidambaram Stadium | Chennai |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | KKR | Eden Gardens | Kolkata |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Int. Cricket Stadium | Hyderabad |
| Rajasthan Royals | RR | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Barsapara for IPL 2026 Phase 1) | Jaipur/Guwahati |
| Gujarat Titans | GT | Narendra Modi Stadium | Ahmedabad |
| Delhi Capitals | DC | Arun Jaitley Stadium | Delhi |
| Lucknow Super Giants | LSG | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium | Lucknow |
| Punjab Kings | PBKS | New Chandigarh Stadium | New Chandigarh |
IPL 2026 Predictions & Fantasy Tips on Cricketwebs
At Cricketwebs.com, we are committed to being your ultimate companion throughout the TATA IPL 2026 season. Our expert team of cricket analysts publishes comprehensive daily IPL match prediction articles for every single IPL 2026 fixture, covering all aspects that matter most to cricket fans and fantasy players.
Every match day at Cricketwebs, you will find detailed pre-match analysis including head-to-head records, current form guides, probable playing XI predictions, captain and vice-captain recommendations for fantasy cricket, players to pick and avoid, pitch reports from all 10 IPL venues, and local weather forecasts to factor in toss predictions and match conditions. We also provide toss predictions, score predictions, winning probability percentages, and comprehensive post-match reports once each fixture concludes.
Our IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket section gives you daily Fantasy Team XI suggestions optimized for Dream11, My11Circle, and other major fantasy platforms. We identify the highest-ceiling differential picks, captaincy options, and budget players that maximize your fantasy points across all match situations. Whether you are playing small leagues or grand leagues, Cricketwebs gives you the best possible edge.
Additionally, our IPL 2026 Points Table tracker is updated after every match, giving you a real-time standings overview as the tournament progresses. Our IPL 2026 Top Run Scorer and Top Wicket Taker trackers keep you updated on the Orange Cap and Purple Cap races throughout the season. For everything IPL 2026, trust Cricketwebs — your number one source for cricket predictions, analysis, and fantasy tips.
IPL 2026 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the TATA IPL 2026 start?
The TATA IPL 2026 season begins on Saturday, 28th March 2026, with the opening match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST.
Q2. Who is the title sponsor of IPL 2026?
TATA Group continues as the title sponsor of IPL 2026, making it the TATA Indian Premier League 2026 (TATA IPL 2026). Premier partners include AngelOne, RuPay, and Google. The official broadcaster is Star Sports and the digital streaming partner is JioHotstar.
Q3. How many teams are playing in IPL 2026?
Ten franchises are competing in the TATA IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants, and Punjab Kings.
Q4. What time do IPL 2026 matches start?
IPL 2026 matches are played at two timings. Evening prime-time matches begin at 7:30 PM IST. On double-header days, the afternoon match starts at 3:30 PM IST, followed by the evening match at 7:30 PM IST.
Q5. Where can I watch IPL 2026 live on TV?
In India, IPL 2026 will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network across multiple channels including Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, and various regional language feeds. For live online streaming, JioHotstar is the official digital streaming partner for IPL 2026.
Q6. Which venues are hosting IPL 2026 matches?
IPL 2026 matches are being hosted across 10 cities: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. Each franchise plays home matches at their designated venue(s) throughout the tournament.
Q7. What is the first match of IPL 2026?
The first match of IPL 2026 is Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, scheduled for Saturday, 28th March 2026, at 7:30 PM IST at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. RCB, as defending champions, will look to set the tone for their title defence in front of their home crowd.
Q8. Where can I find IPL 2026 match predictions?
Cricketwebs.com is your go-to destination for daily IPL 2026 match predictions. We publish comprehensive pre-match analysis, fantasy team suggestions, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch reports, weather forecasts, toss predictions, and winning probability for every IPL 2026 match. Visit Cricketwebs daily for the best IPL 2026 prediction tips.
Q9. Are there double-header days in IPL 2026?
Yes, IPL 2026 features double-header days, primarily on weekends. From the first 20 matches, double-headers are confirmed on 4th April, 5th April, 11th April, and 12th April 2026. On these days, the first match starts at 3:30 PM IST and the second match begins at 7:30 PM IST.
Q10. Can the IPL 2026 schedule change?
Yes. As stated by the BCCI, the IPL 2026 schedule is subject to change for any reason at the sole discretion of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. Fans should check official BCCI communications, iplt20.com, and Cricketwebs.com for the latest schedule updates throughout the season.
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