IPL 2025 new schedule: Rajasthan Royals match date, venue, timings, opponent and more

NEW DELHI: After consulting with the government, security agencies, and all relevant stakeholders, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to resume the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 from May 17, with all matches to be held across six venues.The IPL 2025 will restart at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on May 17, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Kolkata Knight Riders. The tournament had been suspended for a week following intense cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, during which Pakistan launched missile and drone attacks that were successfully intercepted by Indian forces.No matches will be held in Mohali or Dharamsala. Punjab Kings’ match against Mumbai Indians, previously relocated to Ahmedabad, will now be played at the SMS Stadium in Jaipur on May 26.The final of the IPL will take place on June 3, with the playoffs starting from May 29. The venues for the playoff matches will be announced later."The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is pleased to announce the resumption of the TATA IPL 2025. After extensive consultations with government and security agencies, and with all the key stakeholders, the Board has decided to proceed with the remainder of the season.""A total of 17 matches will be played across six venues, starting May 17, 2025, and culminating in the final on June 3, 2025. The revised schedule includes two double-headers, which will be played on two Sundays," the BCCI stated in a release on Monday.As per the statement, the playoffs will begin with Qualifier 1 on May 29, followed by the Eliminator on May 30. The Qualifier 2 will take place on June 1, and the final will be held on June 3.Venue details for the playoff matches will be announced at a later date."The BCCI takes this opportunity to once again salute the bravery and resilience of India’s armed forces, whose efforts have enabled the safe return of cricket. The Board reaffirms its commitment to the national interest while ensuring the successful completion of the league," said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia in the release.REVISED IPL 2025 PLAYOFF SCHEDULE:Qualifier 1: May 29Eliminator: May 30Qualifier 2: June 1Final: June 3IPL 2025 NEW SCHEDULE: RAJASTHAN ROYALSMay 18, 3:30 PM – Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings – JaipurMay 20, 7:30 PM – Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals – Delhi