The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released the schedule for the remaining fixtures of IPL 2024, including dates for 70 matches. The schedule was initially released for only the first 21 games due to the upcoming general elections, but with the elections announced, the full schedule has been released. Fans can mark their calendars as the thrilling cricket tournament continues on March 25, 2024, with the Mumbai Indians taking on an as of yet unknown opponent.
IPL 2024: Full Schedule Released, Tournament Begins March 25
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the full schedule for the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL). The tournament will comprise 70 matches, with the first game scheduled for March 25, 2024, between the Mumbai Indians and an opponent yet to be determined.
Background
The IPL is an annual Twenty20 cricket tournament held in India. It was founded in 2008 and has since become one of the most popular and successful sporting events in the world. The tournament typically runs from March to May and features eight teams from different cities across India.
IPL 2024 Schedule
The complete schedule for IPL 2024 is as follows:
Top 5 FAQs
1. When and where will the IPL 2024 final be held? The IPL 2024 final will be held on May 26, 2024, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
2. Which teams are participating in IPL 2024? Eight teams will participate in IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals, and Punjab Kings.
3. What is the format of IPL 2024? The IPL 2024 will follow the same format as previous seasons. Teams will play each other twice in a round-robin format, with the top four teams qualifying for the playoffs.
4. Why was the full IPL 2024 schedule not released earlier? The full schedule was initially withheld due to the upcoming general elections in India. Once the dates for the elections were announced, the BCCI could finalize the remainder of the schedule.
5. Will fans be allowed to attend IPL 2024 matches? The BCCI has not yet released any information regarding fan attendance for IPL 2024. However, it is likely that fans will be allowed to attend matches with restrictions in place due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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