Cricket fanatics, dust off your jerseys and get ready for a power-packed season! The wait is almost over as the first leg of the IPL 2024 schedule has been unveiled, promising electrifying matches and nonstop cricketing action.
Mark Your Calendars: Here’s the Confirmed Schedule for the First 21 Matches (All Times IST):
The tournament kicks off with a bang on March 22nd, 2024, featuring the mighty Chennai Super Kings (CSK) clashing against the ever-exciting Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the legendary M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Get set for a doubleheader on the second day as the cricketing action intensifies. The Punjab Kings (PBKS) will battle it out against the Delhi Capitals (DC), followed by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a highly anticipated encounter.
Brace yourselves for 21 enthralling matches across 12 different venues in India. Here’s a complete breakdown of the confirmed fixtures to whet your cricket appetite:
Match 1 (Friday, Mar 22, 2024):
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) – M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai – 8:00 PM
Match 2 (Saturday, Mar 23, 2024):
- Punjab Kings (PBKS) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur (Chandigarh) – 3:30 PM
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Eden Gardens, Kolkata – 7:30 PM
Match 3 (Sunday, Mar 24, 2024):
- Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur – 3:30 PM
- Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad – 7:30 PM
Match 4 (Monday, Mar 25, 2024):
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru – 7:30 PM
Match 5 (Tuesday, Mar 26, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 6 (Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 7 (Thursday, Mar 28, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 8 (Friday, Mar 29, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 9 (Saturday, Mar 30, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 10 (Sunday, Mar 31, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 11 (Monday, Apr 1, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 12 (Tuesday, Apr 2, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 13 (Wednesday, Apr 3, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 14 (Thursday, Apr 4, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 15 (Friday, Apr 5, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 16 (Saturday, Apr 6, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 17 (Sunday, Apr 7, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 18 (Monday, Apr 8, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 19 (Tuesday, Apr 9, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 20 (Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
Match 21 (Thursday, Apr 11, 2024):
- (Team to be confirmed) vs (Team to be confirmed) – (Venue to be confirmed) – (Time to be confirmed)
The Wait Continues for the Remaining Fixtures
While the first 21 matches are locked and loaded, cricket fans will need to wait a bit longer for the complete IPL 2024 schedule. Owing to the upcoming elections, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will announce the remaining fixtures at a later date.
Stay Tuned! Here’s How to Catch the Schedule Update:
Don’t fret, cricket enthusiasts! Here are some ways to stay updated on the complete schedule release:
- Follow the official BCCI website and social media channels for announcements.
- Subscribe to news alerts from reputable cricket news websites.
- Download the official IPL app for real-time updates and notifications.
With the first leg of the schedule unveiled, excitement is brewing for the upcoming cricketing extravaganza. So, mark your calendars, choose your favorite teams, and get ready to witness nail-biting finishes, record-breaking sixes, and unforgettable cricketing moments in IPL 2024!