IPL 2025

March 21, 2025 10:51 AM

BCCI introduces major rule changes for IPL 2025: Saliva ban lifted, captains get over-rate relief

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced major rule revisions for IPL 2025, scheduled to commence on March 22. Among the key changes are the lifting of the saliva ban, the continuation of the Impact Player rule, and a modification to over-rate penalties, ensuring captains will no longer face suspensions. Saliva ban lifted after four years One of the most notable changes is the lifting of the saliva ban, which was originally implemented in May 2020 as a temporary C...

March 19, 2025 3:31 PM

Suryakumar to lead Mumbai in IPL opener v Chennai as Pandya serves ban

Suryakumar Yadav will lead Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League opener against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday while regular skipper Hardik Pandya serves a one-match ban. Mumbai's slow over-rate in their final league game last year was there third offence of the season, which incurred a one-match suspension for Pandya. "That is out of my control," all-rounder Pandya told reporters in a pre-tournament press conference in Mumbai on Wednesday. "We bowled the last over one-and-a-half or tw...

February 21, 2025 2:56 PM

Mumbai Indians unveil jersey ahead of IPL 2025, retains iconic blue and gold palette

Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have unveiled their official jersey for the 2025 edition, starting from March 22. "The jersey retains the iconic blue and gold palette symbolic of Mumbai Indians’ essence. Blue represents trust, confidence, and the team’s boundless potential, while gold signifies glory, achievement, and the relentless pursuit of excellence," MI said in a release. MI captain Hardik Pandya shared a heartfelt message for the fans on the occasion, promising to uphold the ...

February 18, 2025 5:49 PM

IPL 2025 full squads and fixtures: how every team lines up

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket tournament organised by the Indian board (BCCI). First held in 2008, it quickly became the most lucrative cricket competition in the world, with a brand value of $12 billion, according to a December 2024 report by brand valuation consultancy firm Brand Finance. Here is what you need to know about the 18th edition of the competition, which kicks off next month: WHEN IS THE IPL HAPPENING? * The 18th edition of the IPL runs f...

January 20, 2025 3:09 PM

IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant appointed as new captain of Lucknow Super Giants

IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants has named Rishabh Pant as its captain ahead of 2025 season, the team's principal owner Sanjiv Goenka said on Monday. IANS had previously reported on Saturday that Pant was highly likely to be appointed as LSG’s new captain ahead of IPL 2025. Pantm became the most expensive player in the IPL mega auction in Jeddah last year when he was brought by LSG for Rs 27 crore. He will now be LSG’s fourth captain in their history of playing in the IPL after KL Rahul,...

November 6, 2024 4:03 PM

Jeddah to host IPL 2025 mega auction

The Indian Premier League's 2025 mega auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. The event, scheduled at the Abady Al Johar Arena (Benchmark Arena), marks the second consecutive year the auction has moved overseas, following Dubai's hosting in 2024. A total of 1,574 players have registered for the auction by the November 4 deadline, comprising 1,165 Indian and 409 international cricketers. The player pool includes representatives from emerging cricket nations such a...