The Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) is likely to begin on 28 March, with the final scheduled to be played on 31 May, India Today has learnt.
The tournament was initially expected to get under way on 26 March. However, the start date has now been pushed back by two days, and the competition is set to commence on 28 March instead. While the change is minor, it will slightly adjust the build-up for franchises and stakeholders ahead of the new season.
An IPL Governing Council meeting has been convened to formally ratify the revised dates. The meeting is expected to provide official confirmation of the schedule, including the opening fixture and the venue for the final.
Once approved, the updated timeline will set the stage for another two months of high-profile T20 action, culminating in the final on 31 May. Further details regarding the full match schedule and venues are likely to be announced following the Governing Council’s approval.
This is a developing story. It will be updated.
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