Dafanws: IPL 2025 Live Updates, Match Reports & Player Stats

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a domestic cricket competition following a T20 format. It’s one of the most popular cricket tournaments. The 2025 edition, branded as TATA IPL 2025, will start in March, so fans should sit up and take notes on what to expect.

The TATA IPL 2025 Schedule

The defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, are fighting to protect their title this season. They start off the 2025 IPL season by playing the first game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22nd.

The tournament has 74 matches, with each team playing 14 games, the three qualifier/eliminator matches, and the final. There’s at least one game daily, with two played on Sundays, up until May 18th. Afterwards, players can find the following matches played:

• May 20th: Qualifier 1 (Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad)
• May 21st: Eliminator (Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad)
• May 23rd: Qualifier 2 (Eden Gardens, Kolkata)
• May 25th: Final (Eden Gardens, Kolkata)

However, if you want to monitor the match schedule and live updates more closely, you can check out the Dafanews Indian Premier League 2025 updates. They will provide you with the latest news on players, teams, and match schedules.

The History of IPL Winners

The IPL’s inaugural match was in 2008, when the Rajasthan Royals took home the trophy against the Chennai Super Kings. There are 10 teams that participate in the current version of the tournament. 

Of the participating teams, the Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians are the most successful, having claimed the championship title five times each. These teams are also the only ones to have taken the title home in consecutive years.

However, it should be noted that the Gujarat Titans only entered the IPL in 2022 and won the title during their debut season. They were also the final opponents against the 2023 winners, Chennai Super Kings.

Teams Favoured for the Win

Looking at the 2025 season, fans are excited to see who’ll be the champions amidst the heated competition. While there are many teams to look out for, there are specific ones that are the favourites to win.

Mumbai Indians

According to bookies’ odds, the Mumbai Indians are the favourites to win this season. This is despite their less-than-stellar performance over the last few years. Since winning the 2020 title, they’ve only made it to the playoffs once. However, this year seems to be more in their favour, thanks to the strong team they’ve built. With a lot to prove this season, the team is ready to take the bull by the horns.

Chennai Super Kings

Another favourite to win, the Chennai Super Kings, isn’t far behind the Mumbai Indians in their odds to win. This team has recently won the 2023 season and has a strong basis in their squad. They brought in a few key players, such as R Ashwin and Noor Ahmad. With their first match being against the Mumbai Indians, fans are waiting to see how their performance looks this season.

Kolkata Knight Riders

As the defending champions, many might root for the Kolkata Knight Riders. While they’re third most likely to win on the bookies’ odds, there are some concerns about how well the squad will work together. Kolkata retained six of their existing players but gained a new possible captain in Venkatesh Iyer. However, they failed to bid on Shreyas Iyer, Phil Salt, and Mitchell Starc.

Honorary Mention: Gujarat Titans

While the Gujarat Titans have only won the championships once, they made it to the finals in 2023 and have built a strong team for the 2025 season. The Titans have covered their bases, acquiring the following players in the auction:

• Jos Buttler
• Kagiso Rabada
• Mohammed Siraj
• Prasidh Krishna
• Gerald Coetzee
• Glenn Phillips
• Karim Janat

While their odds of winning fall fifth in the lineup (with Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Lucknow Super Giants before them), this might be a season to remember.

Players to Look Out For

While it’s essential to know how each team performs, player stats and performance are also crucial. The following players are ones to keep an eye on while on the pitch:

• Virat Kohli: One of the most famous cricket players, Virat Kohli boasts the highest runs in IPL’s history. He shows consistent performance, so it’s expected that he’ll contribute a lot to Royal Challengers Bangalore’s chances of winning.
• Shubman Gill: Gujarat Titan knew what they were doing by retaining their captain, Shubman Gill. He’s an exceptional opener and is able to handle the pressure in matches.
• Jasprit Bumrah: The Mumbai Indians have more than luck on their side, and Jasprit Bumrah is on the field. His “death over” bowling skills make him one of the most intimidating bowlers, and reports indicate he’ll recover from his back injury in time for the IPL season.

Get Live Updates on the Latest IPL Matches

Cricket fans are excited for the IPL season, which starts in a month, as it’ll be a chance to see their favourite players and teams on the pitch again. With a sport as fast-paced and action-packed as cricket, it’s important to get live updates, know your players, and look at past matches to try and determine a match’s outcome.

FAQs

Who’s a player in Chennai Kings to look out for?

The Chennai Kings have Ruturaj Gaikwad on their squad as a strong opener who helps them build big innings at the start of the game. He’s a young player in his prime that’s shown excellent adaptability in various situations.

Which player in Kolkata Knight Riders is good to know about?

As one of the best all-rounders in T20 cricket, this Jamaican cricketer has proven his worth on the pitch. With his explosive batting skills and fantastic medium-fast bowling, it’s no wonder that the Kolkata Knight Riders show such good performances.

How long is the IPL season?

Matches start on March 22nd and continue until May 25th, making the 2025 season 65 days long.