Board of Control for Cricket in India has officially unveiled the schedule for the second phase of the TATA IPL 2026, marking a crucial stretch of the tournament. The remaining 50 league-stage matches are set to be played from April 13 to May 24, 2026, across 12 major venues in India, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamshala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh.
As the competition heads into its decisive phase, teams will battle intensely across multiple venues to secure a spot in the playoffs, with the points table expected to remain highly competitive until the final league matches. The second phase kicks off on April 13 ipl with an exciting clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals in Hyderabad, setting the stage for a thrilling run of fixtures.
Fans can expect high-energy encounters throughout this phase, including eight double-headers, where afternoon games will begin at 03:30 PM IST and evening matches at 07:30 PM IST. Franchise strategies, player form, and home-ground advantages are likely to play a key role as teams push for qualification.
Punjab Kings will split their home fixtures between New Chandigarh and Dharamshala, with three matches scheduled in Dharamshala. Rajasthan Royals will host four games in Jaipur, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play three matches in Bengaluru and two in Raipur, adding variety to home conditions.
With playoff spots on the line and pressure mounting, the second phase promises edge-of-the-seat action, dramatic turnarounds, and standout individual performances. The detailed match schedule is available online, while the venues for the playoffs will be announced at a later stage, building further anticipation among ilp fans.
🏏 TATA IPL 2026 FULL MATCH SCHEDULE
🔵 Phase 1 (March 28 – April 12, 2026)
👉 Total: 20 matches
📅 Complete Match List (Phase 1)
- Mar 28 — RCB vs SRH — 7:30 PM
- Mar 29 — MI vs KKR — 7:30 PM
- Mar 30 — RR vs CSK — 7:30 PM
- Mar 31 — PBKS vs GT — 7:30 PM
- Apr 1 — LSG vs DC — 7:30 PM
- Apr 2 — KKR vs SRH — 7:30 PM
- Apr 3 — CSK vs PBKS — 7:30 PM
🔥 Double Headers
- Apr 4 — DC vs MI — 3:30 PM
- Apr 4 — GT vs RR — 7:30 PM
- Apr 5 — SRH vs LSG — 3:30 PM
- Apr 5 — RCB vs CSK — 7:30 PM
- Apr 6 — KKR vs PBKS — 7:30 PM
- Apr 7 — RR vs MI — 7:30 PM
- Apr 8 — DC vs GT — 7:30 PM
- Apr 9 — KKR vs LSG — 7:30 PM
- Apr 10 — RR vs RCB — 7:30 PM
- Apr 11 — PBKS vs SRH — 3:30 PM
- Apr 11 — CSK vs DC — 7:30 PM
- Apr 12 — LSG vs GT — 3:30 PM
- Apr 12 — MI vs RCB — 7:30 PM
🔴 Phase 2 (April 13 – May 24, 2026)
👉 Remaining: 50 matches
📅 Starting Matches (Phase 2)
- Apr 13 — SRH vs RR — 7:30 PM
- Apr 14 — CSK vs KKR — 7:30 PM
- Apr 15 — RCB vs LSG — 7:30 PM
- Apr 16 — MI vs PBKS — 7:30 PM
- Apr 17 — GT vs KKR — 7:30 PM
- Apr 18 — RCB vs DC — 3:30 PM
🔥 Key Matches (Late Phase Highlights)
- Apr 29 — MI vs SRH — 7:30 PM
- Apr 30 — GT vs RCB — 7:30 PM
- May 1 — RR vs DC — 7:30 PM
- May 2 — CSK vs MI — 7:30 PM
- May 3 — SRH vs KKR — 3:30 PM
- May 3 — GT vs PBKS — 7:30 PM
- May 4 — MI vs LSG — 7:30 PM
- May 5 — DC vs CSK — 7:30 PM
- May 6 — SRH vs PBKS — 7:30 PM
- May 7 — LSG vs RCB — 7:30 PM
- May 8 — DC vs KKR — 7:30 PM
- May 9 — RR vs GT — 7:30 PM
- May 10 — CSK vs LSG — 3:30 PM
- May 10 — RCB vs MI — 7:30 PM
⏰ Match Timing (Same for Both Phases)
- Afternoon: 3:30 PM IST
- Evening: 7:30 PM IST
⚡ Important Summary
- Total League Matches: 70
- Phase 1: 20 matches
- Phase 2: 50 matches
- Playoffs: After May 24 (venues TBD
Phase 1: March 28 – April 12, 2026
- Total Matches: 20
- Overview:
The IPL opening phase features a mix of high-profile clashes and early momentum-building fixtures. Teams begin establishing their combinations and strategies, with several double-headers adding to the excitement. - Key Highlights:
- Opening fixtures include top franchises such as Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
- Multiple double-header matchdays enhance viewer engagement over weekends.
- Early points on the table play a crucial role in shaping the mid-season standings
Phase 2: April 13 – May 24, 2026
- Total Matches: 50
- Venues:
Matches will be played across 12 cities — Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamshala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh. - Overview:
The second phase represents the decisive segment of the league stage, where playoff qualification becomes the primary focus. Teams will compete intensively to secure a position in the top four. - Opening Fixture:
- April 13, 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals (Hyderabad)
- Key Highlights:
- Eight double-headers scheduled throughout the phase.
- Punjab Kings to host matches in New Chandigarh and Dharamshala.
- Rajasthan Royals to play multiple home fixtures in Jaipur.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru to split home matches between Bengaluru and Raipur.
- Increased competition intensity as the tournament approaches the playoff stage. Get ID