IPL 2026 Schedule for First 20 Matches Announced; Opening Game Set for March 28
Summary
The IPL 2026 schedule for the first 20 matches has been announced, with the opening game between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad set for March 28 in Bengaluru.
Key Points
- The first 20 matches of IPL 2026 are scheduled to be played over 16 days starting March 28.
- The opening match will be Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
- Mumbai Indians will play their first game on March 29 against Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
- The schedule for IPL's second phase will be announced after the dates for elections in 5 Indian states are finalized.
