IPL 2026 (the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League) features 10 teams and a total of 84 matches.
This includes the league stage (with an expanded format where each team plays more games than the previous 74-match seasons) plus the playoffs (typically Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final).
Reliable sources like Wikipedia, ABP Live, and multiple cricket reports confirm the expansion to 84 matches starting from 2026, as decided by the IPL Governing Council and BCCI.
- Tournament dates: March 28 to May 31, 2026.
- Opening ceremony and likely first match: In Bengaluru (M. Chinnaswamy Stadium).
- Final: Also expected in Bengaluru.
- The full detailed match-by-match schedule (fixtures with dates, venues, and timings) is yet to be fully released by the BCCI/IPLT20 official site (as of early March 2026, due to factors like state elections and logistics), but partial or phased announcements may be coming soon. You can check the official site for updates: iplt20.com/matches/fixtures.