Mumbai: The BCCI on Wednesday announced the schedule for the second half of IPL 2026, with 50 league matches set to be played across 12 Indian cities between April 13 and May 24.
The second phase opens in Hyderabad on April 13, with Sunrisers Hyderabad hosting Rajasthan Royals. From there, the action spreads across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamsala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh.
Eight double-header days are scheduled during this stretch. Afternoon games start at 3:30 PM IST; evening matches at 7:30 PM IST.
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On the home venue front: Punjab Kings split duties between New Chandigarh and Dharamsala, with three matches in Dharamsala. Rajasthan Royals host four games in Jaipur. Royal Challengers Bengaluru play three home matches in Bengaluru and two in Raipur. The full fixture list is available online. Playoff venues will be confirmed separately.
