KL Rahul dropped for 3rd ODI!!! Is Rishabh Pant the first-choice keeper for India for Champions Trophy 2025

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KL Rahul dropped for 3rd ODI!!! Is Rishabh Pant the first-choice keeper for India for Champions Trophy 2025

KL Rahul has been dropped from the third and final ODI, and Rishabh Pant has replaced him. The third ODI started with Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka winning the third consecutive toss in the series.

Once again, Sri Lanka decided to bat first. The hosts got off to a brilliant start that one could have asked for. They had an 89-run opening stand, then they had an 82-run stand for the second wicket. Sri Lanka were at 171/1 at one spot.

But the Indian bowlers bounced back pretty well and restricted the hosts to 248/7 in the first innings. Avishka Fernando missed out on a well-deserved century by just four runs and got out for 96 runs. Debutant Riyan Parag took 3/54 and became the 7th Indian bowler to take a three-wicket haul in his debut.

IND vs SL: India dropped KL Rahul from third and final ODI

KL Rahul dropped for 3rd ODI!!! Is Rishabh Pant the first-choice keeper for India ahead?
KL Rahul

India stuck with the same team in the first two games, but they made two changes to the playing XI. Arshdeep Singh was replaced by Riyan Parag, but KL Rahul was dropped as India picked Rishabh Pant in his place. Rahul hasn’t been in his good form, as he failed in the first two matches. KL Rahul scored 31 runs in two innings.

India failed to get runs from the middle order in both matches. The 32-year-old was in excellent form during the ODI World Cup 2023 and was one of the top scorers in the tournament. Rahul, who secured a place during Pant’s absence after donning the gloves, needs to grab opportunity whatever he gets.

India are preparing for the coming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, and India don’t have many ODIs to play ahead of the ICC title. Pant is the first-choice keeper in T20Is and Tests, but India stuck with KL Rahul in ODIs. So there will be tough competition between Rahul and Pant in ODIs.

Hence, it is too early to say who is India’s first-choice keeper. But one thing is sure: KL Rahul needs to do well whenever he gets a chance. Already, the competition in the Indian middle order is very tough, and there are already so many players coming up the ranks.

Also Read: Pakistan Full Test Squad announced against Bangladesh Test Series

Pakistan Full Test Squad announced against Bangladesh Test Series

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Pakistan Full Test Squad announced against Bangladesh Test Series

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) today announced the 17-member Pakistan squad for the ICC World Test Championship against Bangladesh. The Bangladesh team will tour Pakistan for the two-match Test series.

The first match of the two-match Test series will be played at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi and the second match will be played at Karachi’s National Stadium. The first match will be played from 21 August to 25 August and the second match will be played from 30 August to 3 September.

The 17-member squad will start its camp at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from August 11 under the supervision of Pakistan team’s red-ball cricket head coach Jason Gillespie and assistant coach Azhar Mahmood.

On the other hand, Bangladesh cricket team will land in Islamabad on 17 August for the two test series.

In the 17-member squad, the responsibility of captaincy in Test cricket will be on the shoulders of Shan Masood while Saud Shakeel will be the vice-captain of the team. Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Muhammad Rizwan have returned to red-ball cricket.

Down below is the Full 17-Member Squad of Pakistan team against Bangladesh for the two test match:

Pakistan Full Test Squad

Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha and Shaheen Shah Afridi

READ: PCB Confirms 25-Players of Pakistan Team for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

For More Visit Official Site of PCB

PCB Confirms 25-Players of Pakistan Team for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

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PCB Confirms 25-Players of Pakistan Team for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

In view of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday released a list of 25 players who will join the camp ahead of the upcoming series. The tournament will begin on October 03 and the final match will be played on October 20.

The PCB board has selected a total of nine batters, eight bowlers, six all-rounders, and two wicketkeepers for the 25-member squad preparatory camp.

All Pakistani women cricketers will join the camp on August 7 and will do fitness and various types of practices from 8 to 18 August. In this session, all the players will go through processes like medical screenings, fitness drills, and fielding exercises.

Down below is the list of all 25-Players of PAK Team for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024:

PCB Confirms 25-Players of Pakistan Team

PCB Confirms 25-Players of Pakistan Team for the Women's T20 World Cup 2024
Pakistan Women’s Team

All-rounders: Fatima Sana, Aliya Riaz, Nida Dar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Rameen Shamim, and Tuba Hassan

Batters: Dua Majid, Ayesha Zafar, Omaima Sohail, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin and Yusra Amir Fast

Bowlers: Neha Sharmin Nadeem, Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab, Waheeda Akhtar and Zaib-un-Nisa Niaz

Spinners: Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sundhu, Umm-e-Hani

Wicketkeepers: Najiha Alvi and Muneeba Ali

Pakistan Women’s team is drawn in Group A of the T20 World Cup 2024, where the Women in Green will face India (6 October), Australia (8 October), Sri Lanka (11 October), and New Zealand (13 October) in the group stage.

For More Visit the Official Site of Pakistan Cricket | Visit our site icccricketschedule.com for latest Updates

SL vs IND 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction, Strongest Playing11s, Full Squads, Streaming and Broadcasting Details

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SL vs IND 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction, Strongest Playing11s, Full Squads, Streaming and Broadcasting Details

SL vs IND 3rd ODI: SRI LANKA vs INDIA! Here we are on the last match of the India Tour of Sri Lanka 2024. With the series in line, India and Sri Lanka will try to put forth their best to secure the 3rd ODI in their favor. This post reads the SL vs IND 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction, Strongest Playing11s, Full Squads, Streaming, and Broadcasting Details.

The home side Sri Lanka are leading the series with a 1-0 scoreline after two matches. Shivam Dube was the man who took Team India to a tie from a closing defeat in the first ODI. However, batting second at R Premadasa Stadium is one of the toughest jobs, and India still managed to tie the first ODI.

The loss in the second ODI was kind of an eye-opener for the Indian team that they are lacking in batting techniques and leaking too many runs to the lower order of Sri Lanka. The unsettled batting order can also be an issue for the not-so-convincing batting performance.

SL vs IND: 3 Key Player battles to watch out for 3rd ODI
SL vs IND

There are more possible chances of changes in the playing 11 in the last ODI as there is a bigger picture in front of the Indian Cricket team and management. The involvement of players during the practice sessions is an indication that there are going to be a couple of changes in the playing 11 of India.

Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh didn’t bowl in the practice session and this might be sign to try Khaleel and Harshit Rana in the last ODI. Rishabh Pant was also noticed playing spin for some time.

SL vs IND: 3 Key Player battles to watch out for 3rd ODI
SL vs IND

For Sri Lanka, they are all set with their playing11. They have got the trick on how to defend the target on the surfaces of Colombo Stadium and they are doing it pretty consistently.

The pitch is again expected to slow. It might aid batters early in the innings but as the match goes on, it becomes more spin-friendly and slow. considering the playing conditions and team possibilities, let’s take a look at the SL vs IND 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction, Strongest Playing11s, Full Squads, Streaming, and Broadcasting Details:

SL vs IND Match Details

Series: India tour of Sri Lanka

Match: India vs Sri Lanka 3rd ODI

Day/Date: Wednesday/7th August 2024

Time: 2:30 PM IST

Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

SL vs IND 3rd ODI Strongest Playing 11

Sri Lanka: Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (C), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Kamindu Mendis, Jeffrey Vandersay, Akila Dananjaya, Asitha Fernando

Sri Lanka Full Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Akila Dananjaya, Mohamed Shiraz, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamika Karunaratne, Kamindu Mendis, Nishan Madushka, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga

India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant(WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Khaleel Ahmed

India Full Squad: Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant(w), Khaleel Ahmed, Riyan Parag, Harshit Rana

SL vs IND 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Teams

Grand League Team

Wicketkeepers: Rishabh Pant/ KL Rahul, Kusal Mendis

Batters: Rohit Sharma(C), Virat Kohli, Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama

All-Rounders: Dunith Wellalage(VC), Kamindu Mendis, Axar Patel

Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Maheesh Theekshana

Small League Team

Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis

Batters: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka

All-Rounders: Axar Patel, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay

Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Akila Dhanajaya, Harshit Rana

READ: 3 Key Player battles to watch out for SL vs IND 3rd ODI

Vinesh Phogat enters the finale of the Paris Olympic 2024 – Confirms Silver

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India has not had the most successful Olympics in Paris this summer; however, the 11th day has been one of India’s best days in the events with Vinesh Phogat recording history in the Olympics. Many Indian players have lost close bronze medal matches over the course of the last 10 days, especially in events like shooting and archery.

The most successful campaigner of India from the Tokyo Olympics, Neeraj Chopra, who went on to win the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw, entered the track today with many hopes and huge dependency over his shoulders. The Champ did not receive any more than a single throw, which was a record in the qualification round. With an 89.34m throw, he encrypted yet another entry into the final round, which is to be scheduled on the 8th of August.

The Indian Men’s Hockey team has been another major highlight, and in the ongoing match, Harmanpreet has led India to a lead in the beginning minutes against Germany in the semi-finals. If they can win this game, they will fix India’s second silver in the Paris Olympics.

ALSO READ: Neeraj Chopra: You beauty, India’s Olympic gold medalist, enters the finals with one throw at the Paris Olympics

Recently, the biggest highlight has been Indian star wrestler Vinesh Phogat, who has created history as India’s first-ever wrestler to enter the Olympic finals.

Phogat started first with a Round of 16 encounter against Tokyo Olympics gold medalist wrestler Yui Susaki, who had an unbeaten record in the Olympics so far, with only 3 losses in 10 years. Phogat created history when she won the finest encounter of the women’s 50 kg freestyle wrestling.

Phogat wins the QFs
Vinesh Phogat wins the Quarter-finals (DD News)


She next entered the quarterfinals, where she had to face a weaker opponent in Oksana Livach, as the Indian wrestler smashed the Ukrainian in a befitting contest to enter the semis. The semis awaited Yusneylys Guzman, who didn’t seem the toughest among all opponents for the lady who just smacked the defending Olympic Champion. In a much-anticipated game, Vinesh thrashed her opponent 5-0 to finish her bouts and enter the Finals.

Vinesh Phogat TO use
First Indian Women wrestler to enter the Olympic finals


Phogat will now go on to feature in the finals tomorrow in Paris, which will be a debut for any Indian wrestler at an Olympic final. The match is to be played against the USA’s No. 1 ranked wrestler in 50 kg women’s freestyle, Sarah Hildebrandt.

The game would be a hope for all Indians, and they would watch with their heads bowed down and hands joined to see the dream come true of India securing a gold in one of the root sports the country is known for.


However, Vinesh Phogat has already assured India of their first silver in this year’s Olympics, and if fortune favors the brave Phogat, she will be her dad’s pride, as Mahavir Phogat is one of the very men who claimed that he expects Vinesh to end his desire for an Olympic gold.

India vs Germany LIVE Score: Germany Dominating Over India after the First Half

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India vs Germany LIVE Score: Germany Dominating Over India after the First Half

Germany and India are facing each other in the hockey semi-final match of Paris Olympics 2024. This historic match was held at Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Colombes. Down below this article will give you the Live Score and Updates of India vs Germany Hockey Semifinal Match.

In the first quarter, the Indian hockey team was dominating Germany, in the first 10 minutes itself the Indian team got seven penalty corners. In the very beginning, Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a goal for the team.

As soon as the second quarter started, the German team started dominating the Indian team. Currently, after 30 minutes of the match, Germany is leading 2-1. The Indian team will have to perform well in the next 30 minutes of the match or else the team’s journey will end here.

LIVE SCORE: Germany – 2 | India- 1

For More Visit Official Website of Hockey India

Neeraj Chopra: You beauty, India’s Olympic gold medalist, enters the finals with one throw at the Paris Olympics

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India has not had as successful a campaign at the Paris Olympics as it had four years back in Tokyo with Neeraj Chopra winning a gold as well. India secured 7 medals in the games, which is the nation’s most successful campaign, with 2 silvers and 4 bronze medals and an Olympic gold medal from the unstoppable Neeraj Chopra.

Neeraj Chopra has been in the buzz since 2016 when he won the junior division world championship; following him came several opportunities, fame, and also immense media attention. However, all went cold after a few days, though Neeraj did not seem the athlete who could give up his passion for the game only for offered government jobs.

After that, he struggled but remained determined, and his efforts paid out loud. Let’s take a look at all the medals won by Neeraj Chopra aside from his triumph in the Tokyo Olympics with a gold.

  1. 2016: He first won the World Junior Championships at age 18 and followed that with his South Asian Games glory at Shillong and Guwahati.
  2. 2017: Neeraj earned his first gold at the Asian Championships at Bhubaneshwar.
  3. 2018: Next in line were the Commonwealth Games, and the Indian javelin athlete also secured a gold in the competition, while he earned his first Asian Games medal at Jakarta that year.
  4. 2020: After a period of injuries, he trained rigorously for the Tokyo Olympics and went on to secure India’s first-ever gold in field athletics.
  5. 2022: A silver at the World Championships in Eugene, a second Asian Games gold, and a Diamond League gold medal added only greatness to Neeraj’s career.
  6. 2023: After a 2023 Diamond League silver, Neeraj once again bounced back to secure his first-ever gold at the World Championships.
  7. 2024: Neeraj will lead India’s 29-member athletics team and will defend his gold from Tokyo. Neeraj, who contested from Group B after India’s Kishore Jena faced a crushing defeat from Group A, made his first throw of 89.34, a monstrous throw that itself earned him a straight entry into the finals to defend his gold medal.


He left behind A. Peters from Granada and was the second-best thrower with 88.63. Neeraj will now contest for his gold medal spot in the final event on the 8th of August.


India’s other big update is in 50kg women’s freestyle wrestling, as India’s Vinesh Phogat defeated Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Yui Susaki of Japan to enter the quarterfinals. This is itself something great that has been acquired by the Indian wrestler while she will be back in action for the semifinal round after she secured a win against Ukrainian wrestler Oksana Livach in the Quarter-final.

ALSO READ: Still in the hunt for their fourth medal, India enters the 11th day of the Paris Olympics – ft. Neeraj Chopra

3 Key Player battles to watch out for 3rd ODI

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3 Key Player battles to watch out for 3rd ODI

SL vs IND: It is time to gear up for the third and final ODI game between Sri Lanka and India. The hosts have shown a great performance so far, and they have a 1-0 lead in the series. They will eye for a historic series win over India at home since 1997.

But it won’t be easy, as India will come prepared and will look to overcome challenges they had in the series so far. So, we can in for an exciting SL vs IND clash on Wednesday at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Both teams have some key batters and bowlers, which will produce a thrilling battle. In this article, we will talk about the key player battles in the coming SL vs IND third ODI game, which can make a big impact in this game.

Three Key battles to watch out for in the second SL vs IND ODI

1. Rohit Sharma vs Dunith Wellalage

SL vs IND: 3 Key Player battles to watch out for IND vs SL 2nd ODI
IND vs SL

The Indian captain has been in great form in the ongoing SL vs IND series. He is the top scorer and has scored two consecutive fifties in the first two games. Rohit is scoring runs at a strike rate of 134.07, where other batters are struggling to score at 80.

That is why Rohit will be crucial for India at the top, and Sri Lanka would like to get him out early. Dunith Wellalage has bowled well against him so far. He dismissed the Indian captain in the first match as well and will be the bowler Sri Lanka will use against Rohit.

2. Virat Kohli vs Jeffrey Vandersay

Virat vs Vandersay SL vs IND
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Virat Kohli has scored only 38 runs in two matches so far this season. He has struggled to pick the spinners and got out LBW in both innings. He will have that in his mind as well and will try to make the most of the opportunity in the last match.

But his problem will increase when he faces the MOTM of the last game, Jeffrey Vandersay. The leg-break spinner was turning the ball very well in the last game, and Virat always has some weakness against leg-spin. So, this will be a battle to watch out for in the third SL vs IND game.

3. Kusal Mendis vs Washington Sundar

Sundar vs Mendis SL vs IND
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A lot will depend on how Kusal Mendis will bat. He is the best batter for Sri Lanka and has gotten starts in both games. He will have the responsibility to lead the batting unit, as other batters in top order are struggling to do so.

But he has found it tough to bat against Washington Sundar. The Indian spinner dismissed him in the last game. Sundar bowls with a very tight line and makes it tough for the batters. So, he will look to dismiss Mendis again in the final SL vs IND ODI.

Also Read: SL vs IND: 3 Reasons why Sri Lanka are favorites to win the ongoing ODI Series

Still in the hunt for their fourth medal, India enters the 11th day of the Paris Olympics – ft. Neeraj Chopra

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India has sent a fair enough contingent of 129 members to the Paris Olympics, with PV Sindhu and Sarath Kamla being the Indian flag bearers. The most trustworthy name among all is India’s Golden Boy from the Tokyo Olympics—Neeraj Chopra.

India has always been seen to have made their way into the Olympics, with events like badminton, wrestling, and often rifle shooting. The highly anticipated athletes for the Paris Olympics were Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain, Manika Batra, PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, the India skeet mixed team, TT player Sarath Kamla, and many wrestlers as well.


India set records in the Paris Olympics.

  • Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian women shooter to win a medal at the Olympics.
  • Manu Bhaker also becomes the first ever Indian athlete to win two medals in a single Olympics for Independent India. She has won two bronze medals in 10 meter air pistol in both singles and mixed team events.
  • India won their first medal in a mixed-team shooting event with Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh.
  • Indian TT stars Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula emerged as the first players from India in the sport to have made it to the Round of 16 (or pre-quarterfinals) in the Olympics.
  • The men’s hockey team also ensured glory as they defeated the Australian hockey team for the first time in 52 years. Next, they made it to the semi-finals after defeating Great Britain in the quarterfinals.
  • Manu Bhaker lost the 25-meter air pistol, as she stood fourth while so did Lakshya Sen in the bronze medal match at badminton singles.
  • Star boxer Lovlina Borgohain lost her quarterfinal and left the events with a heavy heart.
  • Swapnil Kusale won India’s third bronze medal at the Paris Olympics in men’s 50m rifle shooting, which is India’s record third medal at the same events in the Olympics.


    ALSO READ: India vs Germany: Head-to-Head and Live Streaming Details in India of Paris Olympics 2024 Semifinal
India with 3 bronze medals
3 Indian Bronze Medals at Paris Olympics (Image: Newskarnataka.com)

India’s 11th-day athletes who will be in the hunt for their 4th medal:

  • India’s first-team table tennis men’s team will compete in the pre-quarter final or round of 16 against China.
  • India’s Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Neeraj Chopra will compete in the athletic event for the javelin throw from group B. India will pin their hopes on the star thrower for their first medal of the Olympics in 2024.
  • Kishore Jena, the Olympic debutant, will step in the same event from Group A.
  • Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat will be first among the Phogat sisters if she can bring an Olympic medal to India.
    She will be first seen in a Round of 16 event in the women’s freestyle wrestling Round of 16, and if qualified, her quarterfinal and semifinal matches are scheduled on the same day.

    Lastly, the Indian Men’s Hockey team will play the semi-final against Germany in the last encounter of today.

IPL 2025 Schedule, Tentative Date, Teams, Auction, History, and more. 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL 18) Overview

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IPL 2025 Schedule, Tentative Date, Teams, Auction, History, and more. 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL 18) Overview

IPL 2025: The 2025 Indian Premier League (also known as IPL 18 and branded as TATA IPL 2025) marks the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League. This franchise-based Twenty20 cricket league, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is one of the most popular and competitive cricket tournaments in the world.

Key Details

  • Tentative Dates: March – May 2025
  • Administrator(s): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
  • Cricket Format: Twenty20
  • Tournament Format(s): Group stage and playoffs
  • Host(s): India
  • Participants: 10 teams
  • Matches: 74 or 84 (yet to be decided)
  • Official Website: iplt20.com

Auction Details

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to take place between December 2024 and February 2025. Unlike the mini-auction held for IPL 2024, the 2025 auction will be a mega auction. Each franchise will have a limited number of retention options, with the remaining players entering the auction pool. Additionally, teams will likely be given the Right To Match (RTM) card, allowing them to retain certain players.

Match Schedule

Although there is no official confirmation yet, it is anticipated that IPL 2025 will feature a total of 84 matches. The tournament will be held from March to May 2025, with minimal international cricket scheduled during this period to ensure the availability of international players.

Teams and Groupings

The 2025 IPL will feature the following ten teams:

  1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
  2. Delhi Capitals (DC)
  3. Gujarat Titans (GT)
  4. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
  5. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
  6. Mumbai Indians (MI)
  7. Punjab Kings (PBKS)
  8. Rajasthan Royals (RR)
  9. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
  10. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

Group A

  • Mumbai Indians (MI)
  • Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
  • Rajasthan Royals (RR)
  • Delhi Capitals (DC)
  • Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Group B

  • Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
  • Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
  • Punjab Kings (PBKS)
  • Gujarat Titans (GT)
  • Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
IPL 2025 Groups
IPL 2025 Groups

Tournament Format

Each team will play:

  • Twice against teams in their group.
  • Once against a team in the same row of the other group.
  • Once against four other teams in the other group.

Playoffs Structure

  • The top four teams will advance to the playoffs.
  • The top two teams will play in Qualifier 1, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
  • The third and fourth teams will compete in the Eliminator.
  • The winner of the Eliminator will face the loser of Qualifier 1 in Qualifier 2, with the winner securing a spot in the final.
  • The final match will determine the IPL champion.

Defending Champions

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are the defending champions, having claimed their title in the 2024 season. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) were the runners-up in that season.

History

The Indian Premier League was founded by the BCCI in 2007 and has since become one of the most popular cricket leagues globally. The inaugural season took place in 2008 with eight teams representing different cities in India. Over the years, the league has expanded, attracting top talent from around the world and significantly impacting the development of Twenty20 cricket.

Previous Winners

  1. 2008: Rajasthan Royals
  2. 2009: Deccan Chargers
  3. 2010: Chennai Super Kings
  4. 2011: Chennai Super Kings
  5. 2012: Kolkata Knight Riders
  6. 2013: Mumbai Indians
  7. 2014: Kolkata Knight Riders
  8. 2015: Mumbai Indians
  9. 2016: Sunrisers Hyderabad
  10. 2017: Mumbai Indians
  11. 2018: Chennai Super Kings
  12. 2019: Mumbai Indians
  13. 2020: Mumbai Indians
  14. 2021: Chennai Super Kings
  15. 2022: Gujarat Titans
  16. 2023: Chennai Super Kings
  17. 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders

Grounds

IPL matches are played in various stadiums across India. Here are the primary grounds used for the tournament:

  1. Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
  2. Eden Gardens, Kolkata
  3. M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
  4. Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, Delhi
  5. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
  6. Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
  7. Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
  8. Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
  9. Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
  10. Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

References

  1. “Indian Premier League.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Premier_League
  2. “IPL 2024 Auction Date, Time, and Venue.” ESPNcricinfo. Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/
  3. “IPL 2025 Format and Rules.” Official IPL T20. Available at: https://www.iplt20.com/
  4. “History of IPL Winners.” Cricbuzz. Available at: https://www.cricbuzz.com/
  5. “IPL Stadiums and Venues.” Sportskeeda. Available at: https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/ipl-stadiums-and-venues
  6. “Mega Auction in IPL 2025.” Times of India. Available at: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl
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