IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony: Schedule, Venue, Star Performers & Where to Watch Live
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is scheduled to begin with a blockbuster opening ceremony on March 22, 2025. Entertainment will be a powerplay this year, with star-studded performances, before the first ball of the season is bowled. In this article, we cover all the details, including the schedule, venue, star performers, and where you can watch the event live.
IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony: Date and Time
Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM IST (expected)
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at 7:30 PM IST. The opening ceremony will be held prior to the inaugural match of IPL 2025, with the defending champions KKR taking on RCB.
Venue for IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony
Stadium: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Capacity: 68,000 spectators
Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Eden Gardens, one of the greatest cricket stadiums in India, will be the venue of the opening ceremony of the IPL 2025 and the first match of the season. The atmosphere sizzling throughout the stadium is legendary. It has already seen several interesting moments, including the IPL finals and major international games. It will be a very memorable start to the tournament for the fans at this iconic venue.
Star Performers at the IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony
Shreya Ghoshal
Disha Patani
Karan Aujla
Where to Watch IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony Broadcast & Streaming
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| TV Broadcast | Star Sports Network (multiple languages) |
| Online Streaming | JioHotstar (free for Jio users with ₹299+ plans) |
| Online Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar (premium subscribers) |