The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has  has been scheduled between 23 March 2025 to 26 May 2025. Defending champion KKR is going to kick off the IPL season 18 on 23rd March evening. In this article, we provide you IPL 2025 Schedule, venues, the time table, points table, PDF, rankings, all 10 teams full squad and a winning prediction for IPL 2025
<h2>Schedule and key Dates</h2>
The IPL 2025 schedule will feature 10 teams playing in a round-robin format followed by playoffs. The tournament is set to begin on March 23, 2025, and the final will take place on May 26, 2025.
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<li>Opening Match: March 23, 2025</li>
<li>Playoffs: May 20 - May 24, 2025</li>
<li>Final: May 26, 2025</li>
</ul>
Stay tuned for the detailed match fixtures, which will be available in the official PDF format soon.
<h2>Teams and Captains</h2>
The same 10 teams from the previous season will compete in IPL 2025. However, a few changes in team personnel, including captains and coaches, have been confirmed:
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<th>Team</th>
<th>2024 Performance</th>
<th>Head Coach</th>
<th>Captain</th>
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<td>Chennai Super Kings</td>
<td>5th</td>
<td>Stephen Fleming</td>
<td>Ruturaj Gaikwad</td>
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<td>Delhi Capitals</td>
<td>6th</td>
<td>Hemang Badani</td>
<td>TBA</td>
</tr>
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<td>Gujarat Titans</td>
<td>8th</td>
<td>Ashish Nehra</td>
<td>Shubman Gill</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td>
<td>Champions</td>
<td>Chandrakant Pandit</td>
<td>TBA</td>
</tr>
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<td>Lucknow Super Giants</td>
<td>7th</td>
<td>Justin Langer</td>
<td>Rishabh Pant</td>
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<td>Mumbai Indians</td>
<td>10th</td>
<td>Mahela Jayawardene</td>
<td>Hardik Pandya</td>
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<td>Punjab Kings</td>
<td>9th</td>
<td>Ricky Ponting</td>
<td>Shreyas Iyer</td>
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<td>Rajasthan Royals</td>
<td>3rd</td>
<td>Rahul Dravid</td>
<td>Sanju Samson</td>
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<td>Royal Challengers Bangalore</td>
<td>4th</td>
<td>Andy Flower</td>
<td>TBA</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td>
<td>Runner-up</td>
<td>Daniel Vettori</td>
<td>Pat Cummins</td>
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</tbody>
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<h2>Venues</h2>
The matches will be played across iconic cricket stadiums in India, including:
<ul>
<li>Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai</li>
<li>M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru</li>
<li>Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad</li>
<li>Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi</li>
<li>Chepauk Stadium, Chennai</li>
</ul>
<h2>Points Table Recap (2024)</h2>
Here’s how the teams performed in IPL 2024:
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<th>POS</th>
<th>Team</th>
<th>P</th>
<th>W</th>
<th>L</th>
<th>NR</th>
<th>NRR</th>
<th>PTS</th>
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<td>1</td>
<td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>9</td>
<td>3</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>1.428</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
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<td>2</td>
<td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>8</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0.414</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>Rajasthan Royals</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>8</td>
<td>5</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>0.273</td>
<td>17</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Royal Challengers Bangalore</td>
<td>14</td>
<td>7</td>
<td>7</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>0.459</td>
<td>14</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
A strong performance from Kolkata Knight Riders made them the IPL 2024 champions. However, teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals showed their potential and are expected to be serious contenders in 2025.
<h2>Winning Predictions</h2>
Based on team form, squad strength, and past performances, here are the odds for the IPL 2025 title:
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<th style="width: 61.8315%; height: 40px;">Team</th>
<th style="width: 38.1016%; height: 40px;">Odds of Winning</th>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Mumbai Indians</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">6.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Chennai Super Kings</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">7.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Kolkata Knight Riders</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">7.50</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Lucknow Super Giants</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">8.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Gujarat Titans</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">9.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Royal Challengers Bangalore</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">9.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%; height: 20px;">Sunrisers Hyderabad</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">9.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%;">Rajasthan Royals</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%; height: 20px;">10.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%;">Delhi Capitals</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%;">13.00</td>
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<td style="width: 61.8315%;">Punjab Kings</td>
<td style="width: 38.1016%;">13.00</td>
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The defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, are favorites to retain their title, but teams like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings could stage a comeback with their experienced squads. Expect close competition from Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals as well.
<h2>Download IPL 2025 PDF Schedule</h2>
The complete IPL 2025 schedule, with match timings, venues, and fixtures, will soon be available in a downloadable PDF format. Stay tuned for updates on the official IPL website.
<h2 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">IPL 2025 All 10 Teams Players List</h2>
<h3>Chennai Super Kings (CSK)</h3>
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube, Noor Ahmad, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devon Conway, Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, MS Dhoni, Anshul Kamboj, Rahul Tripathi, Sam Curran, Gurjapneet Singh, Nathan Ellis, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Vansh Bedi, C Andre Siddarth, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Shaik Rasheed, Mukesh Choudhary, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Shreyas Gopal.
<h3>Delhi Capitals (DC)</h3>
Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Tristan Stubbs, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mukesh Kumar, Harry Brook, Abishek Porel, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Faf du Plessis, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Karun Nair, Madhav Tiwari, Manvanth Kumar, Tripurana Vijay, Darshan Nalkande, Ajay Mandal.
<h3>Gujarat Titans (GT)</h3>
Rashid Khan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, Sai Sudharsan, M Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Sherfane Rutherford, Gerald Coetzee, Sai Kishore, Glenn Phillips, Mahipal Lomror, Gurnoor Brar, Arshad Khan, Karim Janat, Jayant Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Kumar Kushagra, Nishant Sindhu, Manav Suthar, Anuj Rawat, Kulwant Khejroliya.
<h3>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)</h3>
Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Anrich Nortje, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, Quinton de Kock, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Spencer Johnson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Moeen Ali, Vaibhav Arora, Rovman Powell, Ajinkya Rahane, Umran Malik, Manish Pandey, Anukul Roy, Luvnith Sisodia, Mayank Markande.
<h3>Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)</h3>
Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Mayank Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Ayush Badoni, Mohsin Khan, Mitchell Marsh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Aiden Markram, Shamar Joseph, Manimaran Siddharth, Matthew Breetzke, Digvesh Rathi, Arshin Kulkarni, Prince Yadav, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Akash Singh, Rajvardhan Hangargekar.
<h3>Mumbai Indians (MI)</h3>
Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Tilak Varma, Tim David, Cameron Green, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Jofra Archer, Arjun Tendulkar, Ramandeep Singh, Hrithik Shokeen, Nehal Wadhera, Kumar Kartikeya, Jason Behrendorff, Chris Jordan, Akash Madhwal, Vishnu Vinod, Shams Mulani, Piyush Chawla, Arshad Khan, Sandeep Warrier.
<h3>Punjab Kings (PBKS)</h3>
Shikhar Dhawan, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Shahrukh Khan, Jitesh Sharma, Harpreet Brar, Rahul Chahar, Nathan Ellis, Rishi Dhawan, Baltej Singh, Raj Angad Bawa, Prabhsimran Singh, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Sikandar Raza, Mohit Rathee, Harpreet Bhatia, Shivam Singh, Gurnoor Brar, Matthew Short.
<h3>Rajasthan Royals (RR)</h3>
Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Obed McCoy, KM Asif, Murugan Ashwin, Jason Holder, Joe Root, Donovan Ferreira, Kunal Rathore, Dhruv Jurel, Akash Vashisht, Navdeep Saini, Abdul Basith, Kuldip Yadav, Adam Zampa.
<h3>Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)</h3>
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik, Mohammed Siraj, Harshal Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga, Josh Hazlewood, Mahipal Lomror, Shahbaz Ahmed, Finn Allen, David Willey, Akash Deep, Anuj Rawat, Rajat Patidar, Reece Topley, Suyash Prabhudessai, Manoj Bhandage, Sonu Yadav, Avinash Singh, Himanshu Sharma, Michael Bracewell.
<h3>Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)</h3>
Aiden Markram, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Rahul Tripathi, Abhishek Sharma, Glenn Phillips, Heinrich Klaasen, Umran Malik, Washington Sundar, Mayank Markande, T Natarajan, Kartik Tyagi, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Harry Brook, Mayank Agarwal, Adil Rashid, Marco Jansen, Abdul Samad, Anmolpreet Singh, Vivrant Sharma, Mayank Dagar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Sanvir Singh, Upendra Yadav.

IPL 2025 Schedule, Team, Venue, Time Table, PDF, Points Table, Ranking & Winning Prediction

Know the IPL 2025 schedule, teams, venues, time table, and download the PDF. Check the latest points table, team rankings, and winning predictions for IPL season 18.

IPL 2025 Schedule, Team, Venue, Time Table, PDF, Points Table, Ranking & Winning Predictions

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India's elite wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant will be seen donning the jersey of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the first time in the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the franchise successfully secured his acquisition in the Mega-Auction for a humongous price tag of 27 crore Indian Rupees, which also made him the most expensive player in the history of the tournament. 
The franchise also confirmed his appointment as the captain on 20th of January, with Sanjiv Goenka, the owner of the Lucknow based team also present during the announcement. 
<h2>Can Rishabh Pant help LSG lift the IPL Trophy for the first time? </h2>
Since their debut in the 2022 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have managed to reach the playoffs two times in 2022 and 2023, but they failed to do so in the previous season (IPL 2024). After parting ways with their former skipper KL Rahul, Lucknow have placed their trust in Rishabh, in the hopes that his skills as a captain can help them in lifting the IPL Trophy for the first time.
Ahead of the upcoming season of the cash-rich T20 league, let's take a look at the captaincy record of the most expensive player in the history of the IPL, Rishabh Pant
<h2>Rishabh Pant's captaincy statistics in the IPL</h2>
The 27-year-old Rishabh Pant made his captaincy debut in 2021 where the Delhi Capitals handed over the leadership duties to him following an injury suffered by Shreyas Iyer which made him miss the first and the middle half of the tournament that year. He was asked to lead a team which had ended the previous edition as the runner's up and this was a huge gamble for the franchise. 
But, Pant proved his doubters wrong as he helped the Delhi based team top the table in 2021. This was a huge achievement for a player who was making his captaincy debut but, he wasn't able to help them qualify for the final, losing to CSK in the first qualifier and KKR in the eliminator. 
But, the 27-year-old showed a lot of promise as a captain and Delhi decided to continue with him in IPL 2022 as well. However, the 2022 season proved to be an under par one for the franchise, as they missed out on playoffs qualification, finishing 5th in the overall standings. 
Pant missed the next season after suffering serious injuries in a life-threatning car accident and David Warner led the team in 2023 in his place. Rishabh then made his highly awaited comeback and return in the next season, but as a captain, he wasn't able to do much.
In 43 matches, his record as a skipper has been decent, with Delhi winning in 23 contests under his leadership and one contest ended in a tie. These stats give him a 54% winning percentage
Under Pant, the Delhi based team have qualified for the playoffs just once, which suggests that his captaincy has been under par. It remains to be seen whether he can turn around the fortunes of the Lucknow Super Giants or not.
Do read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/can-delhi-capitals-win-ipl-2025-kl-rahul-or-axar-patel-who-could-be-the-next-leader-of-capitals-/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?</a>

Rishabh Pant was announced as the captain of Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2025, January 20, 2025 | Image:  Sreshth Shah/ESPNcricinfo

Rishabh Pant, LSG's brand new acquisition has a poor record as a captain in the IPL and this sign is not a positive one for the Lucknow based team

Rishabh Pant will be leading the Lucknow Super Giants for the first time in IPL 2025 but his poor record as a captain is cause of concern for the franchise. It remains to be seen whether he can help them lift the IPL Trophy for the first time.

Rishabh Pant's poor record as a captain suggests LSG might have a hard time winning the IPL

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the schedules for the next three editions of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Here you can find the IPL 2025, 2026, and 2027 seasons schedule, key updates and  everything you need to know.
<h3>IPL 2025 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 14, 2025
Final Match: May 25, 2025
Total Matches: 74
The 2025 season will kick off on March 14 and conclude with the final on May 25. This season will retain the familiar structure of 74 matches.
<h3>IPL 2026 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 15, 2026
Final Match: May 31, 2026
Total Matches: 84
In 2026, the IPL will expand its format slightly, increasing the total number of matches to 84. This extended season will run from March 15 to May 31.
<h3>IPL 2027 Schedule</h3>
Start Date: March 14, 2027
Final Match: May 30, 2027
Total Matches: 84
The 2027 edition will follow the same structure as 2026, with 84 matches played across the tournament. Scheduled to begin on March 14 and wrap up on May 30.
Key Updates for IPL 2025-2027
<h2>Tournament Format</h2>
The IPL will continue with its established ten-team format, divided into two groups. Each team will:
Play twice against teams in their group.
Play twice against the team in the same row in the other group.
Play once against the remaining four teams in the other group.
The top four teams based on aggregate points will qualify for the playoffs, ensuring the best sides compete for the coveted trophy.
<h2>Broadcasting Rights</h2>
These editions will be the first IPL seasons after the merger between Viacom18 and Star India, forming JioStar. Previously, Star India held the satellite broadcasting rights, and Viacom18 managed the digital streaming rights through JioCinema for the 2023–27 IPL cycle. Following the merger, JioStar will now oversee the tournament’s entire broadcasting landscape..
<h2>More Matches in IPL 2026 and 2027</h2>
The increase in the number of matches from 74 to 84 in 2026 and 2027 reflects the growing demand for IPL. Fans will have more opportunities to watch their favorite teams and players in matches.

<h3>Question you asked: </h3>
When will IPL 2025 begins? 
IPL 2025 will start from 14 March, 2025.
Where you can watch the IPL 2025 matches in India free?
JioCinema.
How many matches will be there in IPL 2025?
74 matches.

Confirmed schedule for IPL 2025, 2026, and 2027, including key updates, match details, and broadcasting changes for the upcoming seasons.

IPL 2025, 2026, and 2027 Schedule Confirmed: Full Details and Key Updates

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IPL 2025 Lucknow Super Giants: The stage is set for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to turn a new leaf in the 2025 IPL season. After a high-stakes mega auction held in Jeddah, the franchise has made bold moves, with none bolder than acquiring Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking INR 27 Crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. Adding to the excitement, Pant has been named captain, marking a fresh beginning for the team.
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Pant expressed his gratitude and determination at the unveiling ceremony: "I will give my 200% and that's my commitment to you. Looking forward to a new beginning, with new energy, and just have a blast out there." His enthusiasm mirrors LSG's ambitions as they look to make a strong impact this season.
<h2>Strengths of LSG: A Solid Batting Core</h2>
LSG's biggest asset this year is their formidable batting lineup. With heavyweights like Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Nicholas Pooran, and the young Ayush Badoni, the team has a blend of experience and raw talent. The middle order is particularly strong, promising stability and fireworks when needed. Former Indian cricketer and LSG mentor Zaheer Khan noted: "We have lots to achieve, and you personally [Pant] have a lot to give to this beautiful game of cricket."
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The inclusion of players like Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh adds depth and flexibility to the squad. The batting order is well-equipped to handle pressure situations, which could be pivotal in their quest for the playoffs.
<h2>Weaknesses of LSG: A Bowling Department Under Pressure</h2>
Despite their strong batting, LSG's bowling lineup lacks the same level of assurance. The pace attack, led by Avesh Khan and Mohsin Khan, shows potential but lacks experience in crunching IPL moments.
With young bowlers like Mayank Yadav and Shamar Joseph yet to establish themselves, the bowling unit might struggle against seasoned batting lineups. The management will need to focus on building confidence and strategy for their bowlers.
<h2>Opportunities in LSG: Spotlight on Young Talent</h2>
The mega auction saw LSG invest heavily in young and promising players. This season provides a golden opportunity for these talents to showcase their skills on a big stage, potentially paving their way into international cricket. Players like Arshin Kulkarni and Digvesh Singh will look to learn from veterans and make the most of their chances.
Pant emphasized backing players and fostering confidence: "If you give confidence and trust to a player, he will do things which you can't even imagine for you and for the team." His leadership style could unlock new dimensions in LSG's performance.
<h2>Threats for LSG: Fragile Foundations in Key Areas</h2>
LSG’s Achilles heel lies in their overreliance on top-order stars. If players like Pant, Miller, or Pooran fail in a game, the middle and lower order might struggle to shoulder the responsibility. Additionally, inconsistent form from key players like Marsh and Markram adds an element of uncertainty. The team also carries the baggage of missing playoffs last season, which could play on their minds.
<h2>Rishabh Pant: A Leader with a Vision</h2>
Pant brings leadership experience, having captained Delhi Capitals, and a fresh perspective after recovering from personal challenges, including his near-fatal road accident. Zaheer Khan reflected on his journey: "To see you grow as a fine cricketer... inspiring a new style of play, is commendable." Under his leadership, LSG aims to play fearless and entertaining cricket.
Owner Sanjiv Goenka has ambitious goals for the franchise. Drawing inspiration from IPL giants like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, he stated: "Support us, and I assure you that LSG will not disappoint you. You fall down, stand up, run faster." With seasoned mentors like Zaheer Khan and head coach Justin Langer in the dugout, LSG is building a team culture focused on consistency and resilience.
As the season approaches, LSG fans have much to look forward to. The combination of experienced players, promising young talent, and a dynamic captain promises a thrilling campaign. With a fearless attitude and renewed focus, LSG is ready to take the IPL 2025 by storm.

Lucknow Super Giants start afresh for IPL 2025 under Rishabh Pant’s leadership. With a strong batting lineup and young talent, the team aims to overcome challenges and play fearless, exciting cricket.

Rishabh Pant leads LSG in IPL 2025. Backed by power-packed batting and emerging talents, they’re set for a thrilling season.

How Strong is LSG under Rishabh Pant? In-depth Analysis of LSG Squad With Rishabh Pant as Captain

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The much-awaited Indian Premier League 2025 is all set to begin on March 14 and will be played until May 25. It will be another action-packed season of the world's biggest cricket league. Kolkata Knight Riders won the last edition, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final.
Interestingly, the IPL 2024 winning captain, Shreyas Iyer, has parted ways with KKR and joined Punjab Kings. Iyer has been officially announced as the PBKS captain for the IPL 2025. Now, it is time for the current champion to make the much-needed announcement and reveal who will lead the team in this title-defense season.
The franchise has a number of options to choose from and has retained the core groups. But they have also signed some great names at the IPL 2025 mega auction. So, who will be the one to lead the defending champions? Below, we will talk about three such names that will lead KKR in the IPL 2025.
<h2>Three potential leaders that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) might look at to lead the team in the IPL 2025.</h2>
3. Venkatesh Iyer
Venkatesh Iyer made history as KKR broke their bank to get back the all-rounder. The franchise spent a record-breaking sum of INR 23.75 crore, making it their biggest purchase ever in history. That indicates how important Venkatesh is for the team. And why not?
He struck two great fifties in the Qualifier and final last season to help the team win. The southpaw gives an explosive opening option who has been with the team since 2021. He was groomed by KKR and can be the one to lead them forward in the IPL 2025.
2. Ajinkya Rahane
KKR made a steal deal when they bagged former IPL captain Ajinkya Rahane for a price of INR 1.5 crore, whcih was his base price. That was a really smart move as Rahane comes with a different skill set. He can bat at the top and has experience of leading the IPL franchise. He was also with KKR for 2022 and played seven matches for them.
Rahane has the experience of leading Rajasthan Royals and Rising Pune Supergiants in this IPL career. He has also led India at the highest level. Not just this, he is the captain of his side at the domestic level and proved it time and time again. That's where KKR can opt to go with his experience and make him the captain.
1. Sunil Narine
Some fans might not know that Sunil Narine is a captain of the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20. Narine was the key reason that KKR won the last season, as he performed exceptionally well with bat and ball. He has been the main stakeholder for the franchise when it comes to performance in the IPL.
With his consistency, he has become the core part of the team. Hence, he gives the franchise a great captaincy option for the IPL 2025 and can be the one to lead the team in the coming season.
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Shreyas Iyer led KKR to win the IPL 2024 and a new captain will lead the team in the IPL 2025.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released Shreyas Iyer and will be looking for the new captain for IPL 2025.

3 Players who can become New Captain for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL 2025

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The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played in 2025, as it is scheduled to begin on the 21st of March. The IPL, considered one of the greatest leagues in the world in terms of franchise-level T20 cricket, has turned out to be a massive platform for younger talents from around the world. 
The IPL has given high standards to players like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Maxwell">Glenn Maxwell</a>, David Miller, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shikhar Dhawan, who later went on to establish themselves as greats of the game in international cricket. 
Many senior players and Indian domestic scouts look out for and keep track of the domestic games that recognize junior uncapped players who are instead picked in the IPL mega-auction. 
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<h3 dir="ltr">Jacob Bethell </h3>
The English batting all-rounder, Bethell, has been a standout talent in international cricket. The player stepped up from the English Vitality T20 Blast, and later the world witnessed his rise in both T20, ODI, and test cricket for England, as the kiddo has made his mark across all formats. 
Currently, Bethell is being seen making his mark in Australia in the ongoing Big Bash League while he is about to make his debut for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Anshul Kamboj </h3>
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Anhsul Kamboj starred in IPL 2024 for the Mumbai Indians (Image Credit: X)
The player who made his debut in the IPL with the Mumbai Indians has been picked up by the Chennai Super Kings for the upcoming season of the IPL in 2025. Kamboj has been a stunning player in the T20 domestic tournament in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while he also left his mark in the Duleep Trophy and the Ranji Trophy as well. 
He recently made the cut of news headlines as he picked all 10 wickets in a single innings of a test match and made it to the unique record books. Kamboj is sure to earn some name for himself after his contributions with both bat and ball. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Vipraj Nigam</h3>
The youngster has been stunning with his recent performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and later in the UP T20 League. Nigam does not have stats in his favour; while he has been a superb hitter of the white ball, his services have also been outstanding with the promising medium pace he bowls. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Allah Ghazanfar </h3>
Mumbai Indians have picked the young Afghan spinner as their lead spin option if Mitchell Santner is not featured in the games. Ghazanfar is known to have taken the place of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, as the new off-spinner has brought immense glory to the Afghan team. 
The spinner might excel in the subcontinent and hence might be a standout player to look after the IPL 2025 concludes. 
<h3 dir="ltr">Suryansh Shedge</h3>
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The explosive down the order batsman for Mumbai (Image Credit: India Today)
Promising down the order, batting all-rounder Shedge has been a stunning performer down the order while the batter has played for the Mumbai team in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. On many occasions, the batter has played with a strike rate of over 250 in the shortest format. 
While with the ball, he has been effective as well and has picked wickets at regular intervals. Shedge has been picked by the Punjab Kings for a very minor cost, though his effectiveness will be a major effort to watch out for in the upcoming season of the IPL. 
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A look into the underdog players picked for IPL 2025 who can excel in this season

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played in 2025, as the IPL 2025 is scheduled to begin on the 21st of March. The IPL, considered one of the greatest leagues in the world in terms of franchise-level T20 cricket, has turned out to be a massive platform for younger underdog talents from around the world. 

Top 5 underdog talents who can be star favourite players post IPL 2025

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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka has made a massive revelation about Rishabh Pant being given such a big price in the IPL 2025 auction. He claimed that they knew Delhi Capitals were crazy for keeper batter and could get him easily. 
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia last month. The event saw a lot of records getting shattered, and one among them was the highest bid for any player. It was broken by none other than Indian Superstar Rishabh Pant, who was brought by Lucknow Super Giants. 
Rishabh Pant, who parted ways with Delhi Capitals ahead of the auction, was expected to fetch a huge amount of bid because of the kind of impact that he brings into the team. The keeper-batter was involved in a bidding war between Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad. 
However, it was Delhi Capitals who had almost sealed the deal at INR 20.75 crore. This came after they used the RTM card when the bid went in favour of Lucknow Super Giants. But the Sanjiv Goenka-owned franchise came up with a massive bid for Delhi Capitals. 
Sanjiv Goenka raised the peddle at INR 27 crore and it was difficult for Delhi Capitals to match the bid. As a result of that, Rishabh Pant was sold to Lucknow Super Giants, and he became the costliest buy in the history of the league. 
<h2>Parth Jindal is so crazy for Rishabh Pant, he would go one up at the IPL Auction’ - Sanjiv Goenka </h2>
Sanjiv Goenka claimed that Parth Jindal was crazy for Rishabh Pant and they knew that they went at 26.5 Cr for Shreyas Iyer and could go till there for Pant. He added that they had three scenarios for the keeper-batter and he was important for them. Speaking on TRS, he explained: 
"There was science behind, going at 27 Cr for Rishabh Pant. They went at 26.5 Cr for Shreyas Iyer. So, then my feeling was, ‘Parth Jindal is so crazy for Rishabh Pant, he would go one up at the IPL Auction’. So the idea was to go two up from him, or even three up, and that is where he would stop. For Rishabh, we had calculated three scenarios, and in all of them, he was very important to us." 
<h2>We knew we would go for him and we had kept around 25-27 Cr for him - Sanjiv Goenka on Rishabh Pant</h2>
While further talking about the same, Sanjiv Goenka claimed that they sensed that Delhi Capitals were willing to go to the full extent. He added: 
“We knew we would go for him and we had kept around 25-27 Cr for him. So when the bidding stopped for Rishabh at 21-22 Cr, DC did not waste even a second to RTM him. So that means they were willing to go to the full extent. He wasn’t retained in a different circumstance, and it is not right for me to discuss all that, but they were keen for sure,”  
Rishabh Pant was the heart and soul of Delhi Capitals. He has played 111 games in the tournament and has also mustered 3284 runs at an average and strike rate of 35.31 and 148.93 respectively. He also has hit 18 fifties and one ton.
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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka has made a massive revelation about Rishabh Pant being given such a big price in the IPL 2025 auction

Revealed- Why Rishabh Pant was given INR 27 crore by Lucknow Super Giants

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The IPL 2025 mega auction for the upcoming season marked several unexpected choices made by the franchises, as many players were picked for a considerably illogical amount of money while many crucial players who could be useful shortly were left unsold. 
 
While players like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faf_du_Plessis">Faf du Plessis</a> were picked considering their form despite their old age, David Warner, the retired IPL veteran, was left out unsold. Great English pacer Jimmy Anderson, who registered for the first time in IPL auction history, never got a bid as well. 
 
Though some decisions seemed imminent, as all predicted Pant to be the highest-bid player in the auction, while the likes of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jos Buttler, and Yuzvendra Chahal seemed to have acquired their best-deserved prices. 
 
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The English bowling all-rounder was picked for a whopping INR 12.25 crore after a fierce bidding war between the Rajasthan Royals and the Mumbai Indians. Eventually the Royals got back their old hat. 
 
However, given Jofra's weak form and frequent injuries, Archer didn't appear to be a likely player in the long run. Hence, fans have railed against him as not a very conventional pick, especially owing to his high purse. 
 
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Venky Iyer, one of the two Iyers who received a lump sum amount of money in the auction, was picked by the Kolkata Knight Riders for a huge INR 23.75 crore. With due respect to the players caliber in the game, none anticipated this insane amount of money spent for the MP all-rounder. 
 
KKR signed a middle-order batsman in him, with him not bowling very often with the white ball; hence, for KKR fans as well as the cricket fans, this is among the worst picks in the history of the IPL.
 
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<h2 dir="ltr" role="presentation">Jitesh Sharma </h2>
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Punjab Kings fame Jitesh Sharma, the wicketkeeper batsman, was picked this time by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for a huge INR 11 crore. This seemed like a very abrupt choice, as the player has neither shown promising form nor does his record in the domestic or IPL format impress enough for this huge amount of money. 
 
Sharma will be one of the players in the RCB middle order, adding power to their long middle order comprising several power hitters. Yet for a team lacking all-rounders and proper long-scoring batters, Jitesh doesn’t seem to be a good pick. 
 
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LSG made some insane choices this time around; despite having retained Pooran, the explosive left-handed wicketkeeper-batter, for a huge amount, they included Pant for INR 27 crores, the highest-ever bid made in the IPL. 
 
Samad, who played for J&amp;K, has never sparked in the IPL, playing the previous editions for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Samad is known as a big-hitting finisher, yet including him for INR 4.2 crores doesn’t seem to be a calculated move. 
 
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Shreyas Iyer, this name suggests otherwise in this list, as the ex-KKR title-winning skipper has many reasons to acquire a huge amount of money. Iyer has shown promising form in both the IPL and other domestic games, and he is currently one of the best batters in the IPL. 
 
Ponting and Co. have picked Iyer. It seems a bit unwarranted to cite his supreme form and his antics as a skipper, despite the amount they spent bidding on the player, as social media is rife with Iyer having not done anything to manifest this big bid.

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A list of the most controversial picks in the IPL 2025 (Image Credit: X)

From the highest-bidding LSG to the PBKS, who had the biggest purse into the mega-auction, here is a good look into the most controversial bids made in the IPL 2025 mega-auction; social media has a say.

After the IPL mega-auction, here is a set of the most controversial picks made in the IPL 2025 auction

Social media makes a mockery of franchises for their choices of these players: Top 5 Most Controversial Signings of IPL 2025

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Bowling has never been the seemingly positive point on the Indian soil, as the pacers often have picked many more wickets in overseas conditions, like the tracks of Australia and England, which helped bowlers with uneven bounce and lateral movement. 
Playing strategically has helped players on sub-continent tracks, as the record of spinners on Indian tracks seems better than anywhere in the world. Likes of several great spinners like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harbhajan_Singh">Harbhajan Singh</a>, Anil Kumble, Ravi Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja feature on our list of most wickets for India on Indian soil; however, legendary paceman<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kapil_Dev"> Kapil Dev</a> is the only fast bowler in the list. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Top 5 Indian bowlers with the most wickets on Indian soil</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1. Anil Kumble</h3>
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Anil Kumble is the highest wicket-taker for India in both Tests and ODIs (Image Credit: X)
The legendary leggie from the Indian sub-continent, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anil_Kumble">Anil Kumble</a>, is India’s highest wicket-taker to date, and the legend is also the fourth-highest wicket-getter in the history of the game with both Test and ODI formats combined. 
Kumble has picked 956 wickets for India across formats, of which 476 wickets were picked on Indian soil. Most of his wickets came in the red-ball format, where he picked up 350 wickets in India and also amassed 126 wickets in the ODI format as well. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2. Ravi Ashwin </h3>
Recently retired legendary Indian spinner Ravi Ashwin was a fearsome bowler, as no overseas batter ever dared to overpower him in Indian conditions. The off-spinner was widely known for his variety and gained considerable success in overseas contests as well. 
Ashwin went on to pick 475 wickets on home soil, with 383 of them coming in Test cricket and 70 in ODIs, with 22 wickets in the T20 format as well. 
<h3 dir="ltr">3. Harbhajan Singh </h3>
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Harbhajan Singh -The Turbanatar (Image Credit: X)
Singh, often called the Turbanatar, was considered one of the greatest to have played for India, especially under home conditions. Bhajji picked 376 on home soil, with 265 test wickets, 110 ODI wickets, and a wicket in T20I on home soil. 
His debut Border-Gavaskar Trophy back in 2001 marked a stunning rise of the great spinner for India. 
<h3 dir="ltr">4. Ravindra Jadeja </h3>
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Ravindra Jadeja with 600+ wickets for India (Image Credit: X)
Here comes probably the finest bowling all-rounder from India. After Kapil Dev and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuvraj_Singh">Yuvraj Singh</a>, Ravindra Jadeja is often denoted as India’s best-ever all-rounder across formats. 
Jadeja has picked up 603 international wickets, while he also has 6000+ international runs on his bat as well. Jadeja has picked 369 wickets on home soil, with 238 in red-ball cricket, 117 ODI wickets, and 14 wickets in T20 format in India.
<h3 dir="ltr">5. Kapil Dev </h3>
One of India’s first yet best Indian pacers, Kapil Dev, the first World Cup-winning skipper, was India’s most successful bowler until Kumble surpassed him after almost 2 decades of his supremacy.
Kapil Dev picked 319 wickets at home, of which 219 were in the Test format and 100 wickets came in the limited-overs format in the sub-continent. 
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Ravindra Jadeja enrols himself among the elite lists of Indian bowlers with the most wickets on home soil

Indian spin all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has emerged among bowlers with the most wickets for India on home soil.

Top five Indian bowlers with most wickets on home soil ft. Ravindra Jadeja

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Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill became a rising star of the Indian cricket team, and they both became the best opening Pair currently in this format. those stats are! Rohit and Shubman are absolutely killing it as an opening pair! With an average like that and 6 tons to their name, they’re definitely setting the bar high! Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill can't wait to see them dominate more matches together! Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill become India top best openers in the last 26 innings. with more than a run of 1868 on averages of 74.72 with 6 hundred and 11 fifties. It was the best dual that we have seen in ODIs.
Fans want to see this dual continue because with that It becomes a good chance for India to win a Champions trophy in 2025.
 As India took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match ODI series against England on the night, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma grabbed all the headlines with his fiery hundred that guided India to chase down a challenging 305-run total. Rohit's 32nd ODI hundred on the night included 12 fours and 7 sixes bamboozled the English side.
When fans asked Shubman Gill about his partnership with Rohit Sharma who went on to score his 2nd consecutive fifty on the night, Rohit Sharma said "We enjoy looking at each other bat. Gill is a classy player and he doesn't seem to get excited by the situation. This was the statement that Rohit Sharma gave to Shubman Gill showing that the bond between these two players is incredible. 
It's so classy for their fans to watch amazing dual supporting each other and become India top's opener for future matches.

India’s New Power Duo, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill Dual have become the top ODI Openers in cricket history

The Rise Of Rohit Sharma & Shubman Gill As India’s cricket team become the Top ODI Openers in - 26 innings.

The Rise Of Rohit Sharma & Shubman Gill As India’s Top ODI Openers

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Liverpool is a famous football team from England, and let me tell you that this is such a team that remains very viral in the entire football environment and is considered very popular. Recently, they are playing a very big competition whose name is the FA Cup. 
This tournament is being held in 2025, and something has happened here that has surprised people a lot, and people are not able to digest this thing. People have fallen into a lot of shock because of this and are not able to accept a single thing. 
So, let's start today's article and see - Liverpool FA Cup Shocking Exit and exactly what happened and in what way they lost, leaving their fans speechless.
<h2 dir="ltr">Liverpool FA Cup Shocking Exit: Liverpool vs Plymouth Argyle</h2>
On 10 February 2025, news started going viral where it was being told that Liverpool played a match against Plymouth Argyle, and here they accepted their defeat in a very bad way. Let us tell you that this team is very famous and is considered a very strong team. 
These fans were feeling that this team would win very easily and that for them, winning this game was a child's play. But the opponent's team turned out to be much stronger than expected. Actually, this is a lower-division team, and it is not that strong; its players are also not that well-known, yet they won this match, and Liverpool did not score anything and got defeated.
<h2 dir="ltr">Liverpool vs Plymouth Argyle Highlights</h2>
In this entire match, only one goal was scored, and that too was due to a penalty. A player from Liverpool accidentally touched the ball with his hand, which is not acceptable in football, so Plymouth got a penalty kick, and Ryan Hardie, a player from Plymouth, took advantage of this chance and scored a goal.
After this goal was scored, the players in the last minutes performed really well, and all the players were trying really hard to prevent Liverpool from scoring any goal. Their goalkeeper and defenders also saved a lot of goals and did not let any shots go towards the goal, making it very difficult for Liverpool to equalize this game, and they were struggling a lot.
<h2 dir="ltr">What Was The Reason Of Liverpool FA Cup Shocking Exit</h2>
The coach of the Liverpool team is Arne Slot. He had decided to make some younger players play in the game, and he had given rest to the main players, thinking that the opponent team was very weak and that their young players would defeat this team. 
But the opposite happened, and this decision made it very difficult for Liverpool to win the match because the team itself was not as strong as it used to be earlier.
<h2 dir="ltr">Post-Match Reactions</h2>
So, after this match, the coach of Plymouth Argyle was very happy. He was unable to express his happiness. On the other hand, the coach of Liverpool was much more heartbroken because he had never expected that his team would lose this match, but his team lost.
This game is surprising because the Liverpool team is considered to be a top team, and the Plymouth team comes from a very low division. People thought that Liverpool would win easily. 
Football is not at all predictable, here, even the underdogs win sometimes, and we have come to know that in today's football, predictions never work. Anything can happen at any time in any game.
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Liverpool is a famous football team from England, and let me tell you that this is such a team that remains very viral in the entire football environment and is considered very popular. Recently, they are playing a very big competition whose name is the FA Cup. 

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In the recent ongoing India vs England ODI series, veteran Indian batter and legendary opener<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohit_Sharma"> Rohit Sharma</a> stormed back to form with a commanding hundred at Cuttack. Rohit Sharma was at his explosive best when he scored 119 runs in just 90 balls, striking at above 130 with 7 humongous sixes hit all around the park. 
With Rohit seemingly back in form, he scored his 32nd ODI hundred, the third most by any batter in the format. Rohit is also just 13 runs away from completing 11000 ODI runs and, in the process, has achieved several other great milestones as well. Rohit Sharma now has the second-most runs for India as an opener. 
Rohit Sharma, with his hundred, went past the great <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sachin_Tendulkar">Sachin Tendulkar</a> as an Indian batter with the most runs scored as an opener. However, he is only behind the veteran Indian opener Virender Sehwag, and scoring 355 runs will help Rohit climb up the top spot, with the third ODI and the Champions Trophy yet to provide several opportunities for the Indian skipper. 
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s a list of the top five highest run-getters for India as opener:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Virender Sehwag (15,758 runs)</h3>
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Virender Sehwag has the most runs as an Indian opener (Image Credit: Cricbuzz.com)
One of the most attacking batters of Indian cricket, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virender_Sehwag">Virender Sehwag</a> was a game-changer with his exceptional hand-eye coordination, fearlessness, and attacking mindset, which redefined the role of an opener as he dominated the best bowlers across all conditions. 
From 321 matches, Virender Sehwag managed to score a total of 15,758 runs as an opener, thus averaging 40.33.
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Rohit Sharma (15,404 runs)</h3>
Indian captain Rohit Sharma is a blend of elegance and power, with effortless timing that makes him one of the most aesthetically pleasing batsmen. His ability to accelerate after settling in is unmatched, often converting starts into mammoth scores, including multiple double centuries in ODIs. 
From 343 matches, Rohit Sharma managed to score a total of 15,404 runs as an opener with an average of 45.09 and has hit most sixes for India under all conditions across all formats. 
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Sachin Tendulkar (15,335 runs)</h3>
The god of cricket, Sachin Tendulkar, was everything we use to describe batters over the generations, thus making him one of the greatest openers in cricket history. He was a master of handling pressure, and with a vast array of strokes, Tendulkar could adapt to any pitch, condition, or opposition.
From 346 matches, Sachin Tendulkar managed to score a total of 15,335 runs as an opener with an average of 43.07.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Sunil Gavaskar (12,258 runs)</h3>
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Sunil Gavaskar was the first batter to score 10K international runs (Image Credit: Crictoday)
India’s first ‘Little Master’, Sunil Gavaskar, is often regarded as the greatest among world batters, as he was the first batter in the history of international cricket to score 10,000 runs in a single format. His ability to handle the best fast bowlers of his era, including the fearsome West Indian pacers, showcased his bravery and skill on the field. 
From 202 matches, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunil_Gavaskar">Sunil Gavaskar</a> managed to score a total of 12,258 runs as an opener with an average of 62.64.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Shikhar Dhawan (10,867 runs)</h3>
Left-handed opener <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shikhar_Dhawan">Shikhar Dhawan </a>played most of his white-ball cricket alongside veteran batter Rohit Sharma. Dhawan could have been easily said to be Mr. Reliable, as he could thrive under pressure, particularly in ICC tournaments, where he has a scintillating record. 
From 268 matches, Shikhar Dhawan managed to score a total of 10,867 runs as an opener with an average of 36.12.
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Rohit Sharma goes past the great Sachin Tendulkar for unique milestone

Rohit Sharma marched back to form in the second ODI against England as he rose to the occasion and slammed his critics with a stunning 119 run inning while they chased a huge total.

Rohit Sharma has reached a new milestone for team India as he surpasses Sachin Tendulkar for the most runs scored

Rohit Sharma achieves new milestone as he surpasses Great Sachin Tendulkar for most runs; Only behind this veteran Indian opener

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Rohit Sharma, the great batter and captain of Team India has a world record to his name, which is going to be very difficult for any batter in the world to break in the foreseeable future. 'Hitman' Rohit Sharma is one of the most important players of the Men in Blue and he's currently ranked 2nd in the ICC's ODI batting rankings behind former Pakistani skipper Babar Azam. 
Born on 30th of April, 1987, Rohit is considered as one of the best batters in the world and people call him 'Hitman' due to his ability to hit big sixes at will
<h3>This world record held by Rohit Sharma is very difficult to break! </h3>
The 37-year-old Rohit Sharma holds the world the record of slamming three double-centuries in One Day Cricket and he's also the only batsman in the world to do so. This world record is very unlikely to be broken any time time soon. The Hitman used to bat in the middle-order in One Day Cricket till 2012 but as soon as he got the opportunity to open the inning, he did wonders and scored a flurry of runs. 
<h2>Rohit Sharma's double-century innings in One Day Cricket</h2>
<h3>1. 209 runs versus Australia in Bengaluru</h3>
Rohit Sharma's first maiden double-century in One Day Cricket came versus Australia in 2013. He played a brilliant knock of 209 runs in 158 deliveries in a match played at iconic Chinnaswamy Stadium of Bengaluru on the 2nd of November in 2013. His knock consisted of 12 fours and 16 big sixes. The Men in Blue won this contest versus the Aussies by a margin of 57 runs. 
<h3>2. 264 runs versus Sri Lanka in Kolkata</h3>
On the 13th of November 2014, in the One Day International match played versus Sri Lanka in the city of Mohali, the Hitman Rohit Sharma went berserk and created a world record as he played a monstrous inning of 264 runs, a record which no batter has been able to break till date. This was his second Double-Hundred in the format and he became the only batsman in the world to do so. 
The opening batter destroyed the entire bowling unit of Sri Lanka as he smashed them to all parts of the ground in his 264 runs knock. He faced a total of 173 balls and smacked 33 fours and nine beautiful sixes. He scored 186 runs out of 264 with the help of fours &amp; sixes. Thanks to this amazing knock of the Hitman, Team Indian secured the victory in this contest by a margin of 153 runs.
<h3>3. 208 runs not out versus Sri Lanka in Mohali</h3>
On the 13th of December of 2017, in the Mohali One Day International match versus the Sri Lankans, Rohit Sharma scored the third double hundred of his career as he played a fantastic knock of 208. He played 115 balls to complete his century. Then, he upped the gear and took just 36 deliveries to complete his double century. This was also the second best score by a player in One Day Cricket as a skipper. 
The record of the highest individual score as the captain in ODI's is in the name of Indian legend Virender Sehwag. The legendary opening batter played an awesome knock of 219 runs versu the Windies at the Holkar Stadium of Indore in December of 2011.
<h2>Rohit Sharma's stats in One Day Cricket</h2>
The Indian captain has so far scored a total of 10,987 runs in 267 ODI matches for the Men in Blue at an excellent average of 49.26, which consists of 3 double hundreds, 32 centuries and 57 half-centuries. His best score with the bat is 264 runs and it's also the highest individual score scored by a player in ODI Cricket. 
With the ball, the Hitman has nine wickets to his name in the format and his best bowling figures are 2-27. He made ODI debut for Team India on the 23rd of June in 2007 versus Ireland.
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Rohit Sharma of Team India is a record breaking machine | Image Credits: Getty Images

India's Rohit Sharma is regarded as one of the best and one of the most explosive batters in Modern Day Cricket and rightfully so as he has slammed uncountable records with the bat for the National Team. His record of 264 runs is unbroken till date and he also has another record to his name which is unlikely to be broken any time soon

Indian Captain Rohit Sharma has a record to his name which is very difficult to break in International Cricket and it's not his 264 runs record