The highly anticipated 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to kick off with a spectacular opening ceremony at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on March 22, 2025. This year, the tournament promises a thrilling blend of cricket and entertainment, with opening ceremonies scheduled across all 13 venues. The first match will feature Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) following the grand ceremony.
Time: 6 PM (IST)
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Duration: Over 1 hour
First Match: KKR vs RCB
Cricket fans can enjoy the live broadcast and streaming of the IPL 2025 opening ceremony on multiple platforms:
TV Broadcast: Star Sports (English, Hindi, and regional languages)
Live Streaming:
JioCinema (Free streaming in India)
Disney+ Hotstar (Subscription-based access)
The IPL 2025 opening ceremony will feature some of the biggest names in Bollywood and the music industry. Fans can expect a mix of high-energy dance performances and soulful music.
Disha Patani – Power-packed dance performance
Shreya Ghoshal – Soulful playback singing
Karan Aujla – Punjabi music sensation
Arijit Singh – Melodious romantic ballads
Varun Dhawan – Actor and dancer
Shraddha Kapoor – Actress and singer
The IPL 2025 will feature 10 teams divided into two groups. Teams will compete for a spot in the playoffs leading up to the grand finale on May 25, 2025.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Mumbai Indians (MI)
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Cricket enthusiasts can purchase tickets for the opening ceremony and IPL matches through various official ticketing platforms:
Online Booking:
BookMyShow
Paytm Insider
Offline Purchase:
Stadium Box Offices
Ticket prices will vary depending on the seating category:
General Entry: Rs 3,000 – Rs 5,000
Premium Seats: Rs 10,000 – Rs 20,000
VIP & Hospitality Boxes: Rs 25,000 – Rs 30,000
Conclusion
The IPL 2025 opening ceremony promises to be a grand spectacle, featuring a mix of cricket, Bollywood glamour, and music. With some of the biggest celebrity performances, thrilling matches, and a world-class tournament format, this season is set to keep fans entertained. Whether you're watching live at Eden Gardens or streaming online, IPL 2025 is an event you don’t want to miss!