The IPL 2026 Schedule for TATA IPL Season 19 covers 84 matches played across India from 28 March to 31 May 2026. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the defending champions, having won their maiden IPL title in 2025. The IPL 2026 schedule uses a brand-new expanded home-and-away format, making this the most exciting season in IPL history.
IPL 2026 Schedule: Key Tournament Details
- Tournament Name: TATA IPL 2026 (IPL Season 19)
- IPL 2026 Start Date: 28 March 2026
- IPL 2026 Final Date: 31 May 2026
- Total Matches: 84
- Format: Home & Away Double Round Robin
- Defending Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Opening Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Final Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Title Sponsor: TATA Group
- Broadcast (TV): Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar (Free)
IPL 2026 Today’s Match
Stay updated with the latest match in the IPL 2026 schedule. Check today’s match details, playing XI, toss result, and live score below:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Today’s Match | Updated daily — check iplt20.com for live fixture |
| Match Time | 7:30 PM IST (Evening) / 3:30 PM IST (Afternoon) |
| Live TV | Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD |
| Free Live Stream | JioHotstar App & Website |
| Live Score | iplt20.com | ESPNcricinfo |
IPL 2026 Points Table
The IPL 2026 Points Table is updated after every match. Teams earn 2 points for a win, 1 point each for a No Result (NR), and 0 for a loss. The top 4 teams qualify for the playoffs. For the live updated standings visit our dedicated IPL 2026 Points Table page.
| # | Team | M | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2 | CSK | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 3 | MI | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | KKR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 5 | SRH | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 6 | GT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 7 | DC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 8 | PBKS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 9 | RR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 10 | LSG | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
* Points Table updates from 28 March 2026 once IPL 2026 begins. M=Matches, W=Won, L=Lost, NR=No Result, Pts=Points, NRR=Net Run Rate
IPL 2026 Orange Cap & Purple Cap
The IPL 2026 Orange Cap is awarded to the highest run-scorer of the season. The IPL 2026 Purple Cap goes to the leading wicket-taker. Both lists update after every match. Check our IPL 2026 Points Table & Standings for the latest rankings.
| Award | Player | Team | Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Orange Cap | To be updated | — | Season starts 28 Mar 2026 |
| 🟣 Purple Cap | To be updated | — | Season starts 28 Mar 2026 |
IPL 2026 Schedule Format Explained
The IPL 2026 schedule uses an expanded home-and-away format for the first time in IPL history. The 10 teams are split into two groups of five. Each team plays 14 matches in the league stage — facing the four teams in their own group twice (home and away) and the five teams from the opposite group once. The top four teams from the combined standings advance to the playoffs.
Group A: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, Punjab Kings
Group B: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants
This new format means every team plays at their home ground multiple times, giving fans more opportunities to watch their favourite teams live. The IPL 2026 schedule is the longest in IPL history at 65 days. Read our full IPL 2026 Venues guide for stadium details.
IPL 2026 Schedule: Match Timings (IST)
- Afternoon Matches: 3:30 PM IST
- Evening Matches: 7:30 PM IST
- Sunday Double Headers: 3:30 PM & 7:30 PM IST
- Toss Time: 30 minutes before match start
IPL 2026 Schedule: Playoffs & Finals
- Qualifier 1: 1st vs 2nd — winner goes straight to Final
- Eliminator: 3rd vs 4th — loser is eliminated
- Qualifier 2: Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator
- IPL 2026 Final: 31 May 2026 — M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
IPL 2026 Venues in Schedule
All 10 IPL 2026 teams host matches at their home venues in the expanded IPL 2026 schedule. Here are all the stadiums. See the complete IPL 2026 Venues breakdown for capacity and location details:
- M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru (RCB + Final)
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (MI)
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (CSK)
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata (KKR)
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad (GT)
- Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad (SRH)
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (DC)
- Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur (RR)
- PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali (PBKS)
- BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow (LSG)
- HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
- ACA-VDCA Stadium, Visakhapatnam
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
IPL 2026 Teams, Captains & Full Squads
Here is a complete overview of all 10 teams in the IPL 2026 schedule with their captains and links to each team’s full squad. See all captains in detail on our IPL 2026 Captains page:
| Team | Captain | Home Ground | Full Squad |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSK | Ruturaj Gaikwad | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | CSK IPL 2026 Squad |
| MI | Hardik Pandya | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | MI IPL 2026 Squad |
| RCB | Rajat Patidar | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | RCB IPL 2026 Squad |
| KKR | Ajinkya Rahane | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | KKR IPL 2026 Squad |
| SRH | Pat Cummins | Rajiv Gandhi Int. Stadium, Hyderabad | SRH IPL 2026 Squad |
| GT | Shubman Gill | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | GT IPL 2026 Squad |
| DC | Axar Patel | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | DC IPL 2026 Squad |
| PBKS | Shreyas Iyer | PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali | PBKS IPL 2026 Squad |
| RR | Riyan Parag | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur | RR IPL 2026 Squad |
| LSG | Rishabh Pant | BRSABV Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | LSG IPL 2026 Squad |
IPL 2026 Auction: Key Highlights
The IPL 2026 Auction was held on 16 December 2025 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi with each team having a purse of ₹125 crore. Here are the biggest buys. See the complete IPL 2026 Auction players list for all sold and unsold players:
| Player | Team | Price (₹ Cr) | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant (retained) | LSG | 27.00 | India |
| Shreyas Iyer (retained) | PBKS | 26.75 | India |
| Cameron Green | KKR | 25.20 | Australia |
| Jofra Archer | RR | 17.50 | England |
| Jos Buttler | GT | 15.75 | England |
IPL 2026 Schedule: New Rules This Season
- Second Ball Rule: A fresh ball after the 11th over of second innings in night matches to counter dew
- No Captain Bans: Demerit points system replaces match ban for slow over-rates
- Impact Player Rule: Continues for the fourth consecutive season
- Two DRS Per Inning: Reviews extended to cover wides and no-balls
How to Watch IPL 2026 Live
All matches in the IPL 2026 schedule are broadcast live on Star Sports Network on TV. Free live streaming of every IPL 2026 match is available on JioHotstar in India — no subscription required for select matches. For ball-by-ball live scores visit the official IPL website or Cricbuzz.
To watch IPL 2026 live outside India: fans in USA & Canada can watch on Willow TV; UK fans on Sky Sports; Australia fans on Fox Cricket. Check our complete IPL 2026 streaming guide for country-wise details.
IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket
Planning your Dream11 team? Check our expert IPL 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips for the best captain picks, differential choices, and value players every match day.
IPL 2026 Tickets
Want to watch IPL 2026 live at the stadium? Our IPL 2026 Tickets guide covers how to buy on BookMyShow, ticket prices by category, and tips for getting sold-out matches.
IPL 2026 Schedule: Frequently Asked Questions
When does IPL 2026 start?
The IPL 2026 schedule starts on 28 March 2026 with the opening match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
When is the IPL 2026 Final?
The IPL 2026 Final is on 31 May 2026 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
How many matches are in the IPL 2026 schedule?
The IPL 2026 schedule has 84 total matches — the most in IPL history.
What time do IPL 2026 matches start?
Evening matches in the IPL 2026 schedule start at 7:30 PM IST. Afternoon matches start at 3:30 PM IST.
Who are the defending champions in IPL 2026?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the defending IPL champions. Read our RCB Defending Champions analysis to see if they can win back-to-back.
Where can I watch IPL 2026 for free?
You can watch IPL 2026 live for free on JioHotstar (in India). The app is available on Android, iOS, Smart TV, and web browsers.
What is the IPL 2026 Points Table format?
Teams earn 2 points for a win, 1 point each for a No Result, and 0 for a loss. The top 4 teams from all 10 teams qualify for the playoffs. NRR (Net Run Rate) is used as a tiebreaker. Follow the live IPL 2026 Points Table.
Have more questions about IPL 2026?
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