The IPL 2026 matches dates are finally here, bringing excitement for cricket fans across India and worldwide. This season features top teams like Mumbai Indians (MI), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and more competing for the title.
If you’re looking for the complete IPL 2026 schedule, match dates, and team fixtures, we’ve got everything covered in one place.
IPL 2026 Match Schedule (Dates & Teams)
The tournament begins on 28 March 2026 and features thrilling clashes between top IPL teams.
Here are the confirmed match dates:
28 March – RCB vs SRH
29 March – MI vs KKR
30 March – RR vs CSK
31 March – PBKS vs GT
1 April – LSG vs DC
2 April – KKR vs SRH
3 April – CSK vs PBKS
4 April – DC vs MI
4 April – GT vs RR
5 April – SRH vs LSG
5 April – RCB vs CSK
6 April – KKR vs PBKS
7 April – RR vs MI
8 April – DC vs GT
9 April – KKR vs LSG
10 April – RR vs RCB
11 April – PBKS vs SRH
11 April – CSK vs DC
12 April – LSG vs GT
12 April – MI vs RCB
IPL 2026 Teams List
The following teams are participating in IPL 2026:
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
Also Read: IPL 2026 Opening Match: RCB to Face SRH as Season Begins
IPL 2026 Schedule Overview
- Start Date: 28 March 2026
- Match Type: T20
- Total Teams: 10
- Match Timings:
- Evening Matches: 7:30 PM
- Day Matches: 3:30 PM
The IPL schedule is designed to keep fans engaged with back-to-back matches, including weekend double-headers.
What to Expect in IPL 2026?
IPL 2026 promises intense rivalries, last-over thrillers, and top performances from both experienced and young players. Matches like MI vs RCB, CSK vs RCB, and KKR vs SRH are expected to be high-voltage encounters.
