The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is scheduled to kick off on March 22, according to IPL chairman Arun Dhumal, with all matches set to be played in India despite coinciding with general elections. The BCCI is closely coordinating with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure the smooth conduct of the IPL.
The tournament schedule will be revealed in stages, with the first 15 days being revealed first, followed by the remaining days when election dates are confirmed. IPL has occasionally taken place overseas, but this time around, special efforts are being made to make sure the entire event happens in India.
The season’s final is projected to be on May 26, preceding the T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, which begins on June 1. The tournament opener will feature last year’s finalists, the Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans.
Preparatory camps for teams are expected to begin soon after India’s Test series against England concludes on March 11. To streamline logistics, BCCI will host the Women’s Premier League in Bengaluru and Delhi, concluding on March 17. This provides a five-day gap for arrangements before the IPL commences.
