All You Need to Know About IPL 2024
The anticipation reaches its peak as cricket enthusiasts gear up for the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2024. Holders of the prestigious IPL trophy, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), are all set to commence their title defense in what promises to be another exhilarating season. The action-packed extravaganza kicks off with CSK, led by the iconic MS Dhoni, locking horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), captained by none other than the formidable Virat Kohli. This clash of titans will unfold at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, setting the stage for what’s to come in the IPL 2024 season.
IPL 2024 Schedule Highlights
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled a partial schedule for IPL 2024, featuring 21 thrilling encounters slated from March 22 to April 7. Notably, the final showdown is scheduled for May 26, just days ahead of the ICC World T20 2024 opener. The season opener between CSK and RCB is set to commence at 8:00 PM IST, with subsequent matches kicking off at 7:30 PM IST. Double-headers will feature day matches starting at 3:30 PM IST.
How to Catch the Action Live
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the live action of IPL 2024 on television through the Star Sports Network, the official broadcast partner for the league. Additionally, for those preferring online streaming, Jio Cinema offers a convenient platform to stream IPL matches live.
Prize Money: What’s at Stake?
While the exact prize money for IPL 2024 is yet to be disclosed by the BCCI, last season saw CSK clinching a staggering INR 20 crore, with runners-up Gujarat Titans bagging INR 13 crore. As teams battle it out on the field, the stakes remain high, promising an intense competition for the coveted trophy and substantial rewards.
Partial IPL 2024 Schedule
For cricket aficionados eagerly awaiting the thrill of live matches, here’s a glimpse of the partial IPL 2024 schedule:
| Date | Time | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 22 | 8:00 PM IST | CSK vs RCB | Chennai |
| March 23 | 3:30 PM IST | PBKS vs DC | Mohali |
| March 23 | 7:30 PM IST | KKR vs SRH | Kolkata |
| March 24 | 3:30 PM IST | RR vs LSG | Jaipur |
| March 24 | 7:30 PM IST | GT vs MI | Ahmedabad |
| March 25 | 7:30 PM IST | RCB vs PBKS | Bengaluru |
| March 26 | 7:30 PM IST | CSK vs GT | Chennai |
| March 27 | 7:30 PM IST | SRH vs MI | Hyderabad |
| March 28 | 7:30 PM IST | RR vs DC | Jaipur |
| March 29 | 7:30 PM IST | RCB vs KKR | Bengaluru |
| March 30 | 7:30 PM IST | LSG vs PBKS | Lucknow |
| March 31 | 3:30 PM IST | GT vs SRH | Ahmedabad |
| March 31 | 7:30 PM IST | DC vs CSK | Vizag |
| April 1 | 7:30 PM IST | MI vs RR | Mumbai |
| April 2 | 7:30 PM IST | RCB vs LSG | Bengaluru |
| April 3 | 7:30 PM IST | DC vs KKR | Vizag |
| April 4 | 7:30 PM IST | GT vs PBKS | Ahmedabad |
| April 5 | 7:30 PM IST | SRH vs CSK | Hyderabad |
| April 6 | 7:30 PM IST | RR vs RCB | Jaipur |
| April 7 | 3:30 PM IST | MI vs DC | Mumbai |
| April 7 | 7:30 PM IST | LSG vs GT | Lucknow |
Don’t miss out on the electrifying action as IPL 2024 unfolds, promising an unforgettable cricketing spectacle for fans worldwide.
