BCCI Releases Second Phase Schedule for TATA IPL 2026.
BCCI Announces Schedule for Second Phase of TATA IPL 2026
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for the second phase of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
The remainder of the league stage, comprising 50 matches, will be played from 13 April to 24 May 2026, across 12 venues in India. Matches in the second phase will be held in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamshala, Raipur and New Chandigarh.
As the tournament enters a crucial phase, teams will compete across these venues for a place in the play-offs. The race is expected to intensify through the latter half of the league stage, with every point mattering as sides jostle for play-off qualification.
Why the Schedule Came in Two Parts
Unlike previous editions, this year's fixture list was released in two phases rather than all at once. The BCCI had earlier confirmed only the opening block of matches, running from 28 March to 12 April, because of State Assembly elections due in Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu during that window. With poll dates now finalised, the board has been able to lock in the remaining 50 fixtures through to the end of the league stage.
The tournament itself kicked off with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru hosting Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium — a repeat of the pairing that also opens the second phase, with SRH facing Rajasthan Royals in Hyderabad on 13 April. This year's edition has also been expanded to 84 matches in total, ten more than the previous season, reflecting the format's continued growth.
The action resumes on 13 April 2026, with Sunrisers Hyderabad taking on Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. This high-scoring venue promises an explosive start to the second phase.
Fans can look forward to an exciting phase of the tournament as teams battle for positions in the lead-up to the final weeks of the league stage. High-stakes derbies, including the MI vs CSK "El Clasico" (first leg on 23 April in Mumbai, return on 2 May in Chennai), will add extra spice.
The second phase will feature eight double-headers. Afternoon matches start at 3:30 pm IST, while evening matches commence at 7:30 pm IST. This format allows fans to enjoy back-to-back action on select days, maximising entertainment while fitting the tight timeline.
Key Home Venue Arrangements for the Second Phase
Punjab Kings will play their home matches split between New Chandigarh (Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium) and Dharamshala (HPCA Stadium), including three matches in the scenic Dharamshala venue during this phase.
Rajasthan Royals will host four home games in Jaipur at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play three home matches in Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium and two in Raipur at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium.
Sample Fixtures From the Second Phase (Based on the Official Schedule)
13 April (Mon): Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals, Hyderabad – 7:30 pm IST
14 April (Tue): Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai – 7:30 pm IST
15 April (Wed): Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Lucknow Super Giants, Bengaluru – 7:30 pm IST
16 April (Thu): Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings, Mumbai – 7:30 pm IST
17 April (Fri): Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Ahmedabad – 7:30 pm IST
18 April (Sat, double-header): Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals (3:30 pm, Bengaluru) & Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings (7:30 pm, Hyderabad)
19 April (Sun, double-header): Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals (3:30 pm, Kolkata) & Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants (7:30 pm, New Chandigarh)
23 April (Thu): Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai – 7:30 pm IST
25 April (Sat, double-header): Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings (3:30 pm, Delhi) & Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (7:30 pm, Jaipur)
2 May (Sat): Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians, Chennai – 7:30 pm IST
3 May (Sun, double-header): Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders (3:30 pm, Hyderabad) & Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings (7:30 pm, Ahmedabad)
...and many more up to the final league matches on 24 May.
(The complete detailed schedule, including all 50 matches with exact dates, times and venues, is available on the official IPL website or via the downloadable PDF.)
The venues for the Play-offs (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2 and Final) will be announced at a later date, with the final itself pencilled in for 31 May.
This second phase promises high drama as the points table tightens. With iconic venues like the floodlit Wankhede, the batting paradise of Chinnaswamy, the spin-friendly Chepauk and the scenic Dharamshala hosting key games, fans across India and the world can expect thrilling cricket under lights and in the afternoon sun.
DEVJIT SAIKIA, Honorary Secretary, BCCI
The TATA IPL 2026 continues to deliver world-class cricket entertainment, brought to you with the support of title sponsor TATA and all official partners. Stay tuned for live updates, ticket information and more on the official IPL platforms. Let the second phase begin! 🏏 BCCI Announces Schedule for Second Phase of TATA IPL 2026. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced the schedule for the second phase of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
The remainder of the league stage, comprising 50 matches, will be played from April 13 to May 24, 2026, across 12 venues in India. Matches in the second phase will be held in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamshala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh.
As the tournament enters a crucial phase, teams will compete across these venues for a place in the playoffs. The race is expected to intensify through the latter half of the league stage, with every point mattering as sides jostle for playoff qualification. The action resumes on April 13, 2026, with Sunrisers Hyderabad taking on Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. This high-scoring venue promises an explosive start to the second phase.
Fans can look forward to an exciting phase of the tournament as teams battle for positions in the lead-up to the final weeks of the league stage. High-stakes derbies, including the MI vs CSK “El Clasico” (first leg on April 23 in Mumbai, return on May 2 in Chennai), will add extra spice. The second phase will feature eight double-headers. Afternoon matches start at 03:30 PM IST, while evening matches commence at 07:30 PM IST. This format allows fans to enjoy back-to-back action on select days, maximizing entertainment while fitting the tight timeline. Key home venue arrangements for the second phase: Punjab Kings will play their home matches split between New Chandigarh (Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium) and Dharamshala (HPCA Stadium), including three matches in the scenic Dharamshala venue during this phase.
Rajasthan Royals will host four home games in Jaipur at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play three home matches in Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium and two in Raipur at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium.
Sample fixtures from the second phase (based on the official schedule):
April 13 (Mon): Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals, Hyderabad – 7:30 PM IST
April 14 (Tue): Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai – 7:30 PM IST
April 15 (Wed): Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Lucknow Super Giants, Bengaluru – 7:30 PM IST
April 16 (Thu): Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings, Mumbai – 7:30 PM IST
April 17 (Fri): Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Ahmedabad – 7:30 PM IST
April 18 (Sat, Double-header): Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals (3:30 PM, Bengaluru) & Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings (7:30 PM, Hyderabad)
April 19 (Sun, Double-header): Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals (3:30 PM, Kolkata) & Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants (7:30 PM, New Chandigarh)
April 23 (Thu): Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai – 7:30 PM IST
April 25 (Sat, Double-header): Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings (3:30 PM, Delhi) & Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (7:30 PM, Jaipur)
May 2 (Sat): Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians, Chennai – 7:30 PM IST
May 3 (Sun, Double-header): Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders (3:30 PM, Hyderabad) & Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings (7:30 PM, Ahmedabad)
And many more up to the final league matches on May 24.
(The complete detailed schedule, including all 50 matches with exact dates, times, and venues, is available on the official IPL website or via the downloadable PDF.)
The venues for the Playoffs (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and Final) will be announced at a later date.
This second phase promises high drama as the points table tightens. With iconic venues like the floodlit Wankhede, the batting paradise of Chinnaswamy, the spin-friendly Chepauk, and the scenic Dharamshala hosting key games, fans across India and the world can expect thrilling cricket under lights and in the afternoon sun.
DEVJIT SAIKIA Honorary Secretary BCCI
The TATA IPL 2026 continues to deliver world-class cricket entertainment, brought to you with the support of title sponsor TATA and all official partners. Stay tuned for live updates, ticket information, and more on the official IPL platforms. Let the second phase begin!Individual team names FAQ
Q1: When does the second phase of IPL 2026 start and end?
The second phase runs from 13 April to 24 May 2026, covering the remaining 50 league-stage matches.
Q2: Which venues are hosting matches in the IPL 2026 second phase?
Twelve venues will host matches: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamshala, Raipur and New Chandigarh.
Q3: Why was the IPL 2026 schedule released in two phases instead of one?
The BCCI split the release because of State Assembly elections scheduled in Assam, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu during the tournament's opening weeks; the second phase was finalised once poll dates were confirmed.
Q4: How many double-headers are in the second phase?
There are eight double-headers, with afternoon matches starting at 3:30 pm IST and evening matches at 7:30 pm IST.
Q5: When is the MI vs CSK "El Clasico" being played?
The first leg is on 23 April in Mumbai, with the return fixture on 2 May in Chennai.
Q6: Have the IPL 2026 play-off venues been announced?
Not yet. The BCCI has confirmed that play-off venues (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2 and Final) will be announced separately, once the league stage concludes on 24 May.
Q7: How many total matches will IPL 2026 have?
The season has been expanded to 84 matches in total, ten more than the previous edition.
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