The Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held in 2024. Cricket lovers have waited to watch T20 cricket. The IPL is no longer just a sporting event. Bringing together international talent, this worldwide cricket tournament enthralls audiences with matches. The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the schedule for the first two weeks of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, from March 22, 2024, to April 7, 2024. During the two weeks, 21 matches will be played across 10 cities, with each team playing a minimum of three and a maximum of five matches.

On March 22, 2024, the highly anticipated 17th season of the premier tournament will begin with a thrilling matchup between the Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. The major announcement was made live on Jio Cinema, the platform with live-streaming rights for the awaited Twenty20 event, and Star Sports, the official television partner of the Indian Premier League.

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This detailed article gives complete details of the IPL 2024 schedule (timetable), which includes match dates, competing teams, and fixtures. We aim to give readers a clear and informative introduction to the tournament, allowing them to find all the information they need.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 schedule:

IPL 2024 Team List:

IPL Venue Details:

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India, usually held annually in March, April, and May. IPL matches are played at various venues across India, with each team having its own designated home ground. Here are some key details about IPL venues:

• Eden Gardens, Kolkata: It is one of the oldest and largest cricket stadiums in India, with a seating capacity of over 66,000 spectators. Home to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) franchise, matches at Eden Gardens often witness enthusiastic crowds.
• Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai: Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Wankhede Stadium is known for its electrifying atmosphere during IPL matches. With a seating capacity of around 33,000, it is the home ground for the Mumbai Indians (MI) franchise.
• Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore: Situated in Bangalore, Karnataka, this stadium has a capacity of approximately 38,000 spectators. It offers the home ground for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) franchise.
• Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, Delhi: This stadium in Delhi has a seating capacity of around 41,000 and hosts matches for the Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) franchise.
• Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad: Situated in Hyderabad, Telangana, this stadium has a seating capacity of about 55,000. It is the home ground for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) franchise.
• Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur: With a seating capacity of approximately 30,000, this stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan, hosts matches for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchise.
• MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai: Commonly known as Chepauk Stadium, it is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and has a seating capacity of around 38,000. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) play their home matches here.
• Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali: Situated in Mohali, Punjab, this stadium has a seating capacity of around 26,000. It offers the home ground for the Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) franchise.
• Sardar Patel Stadium, Ahmedabad: Also known as Motera Stadium, it is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It is one of the largest cricket stadiums globally, with a seating capacity of over 110,000. It has become a prominent venue for IPL matches.
• Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram: This stadium in Kerala has a seating capacity of around 50,000 and has hosted a few IPL matches.

These are some of the main venues where IPL matches are typically held, providing a vibrant and engaging experience for cricket fans across India and the world.

AUCTION OF IPL PLAYERS

Mitchell Starc became the most expensive player in IPL history at the Indian Premier League 2024 auction in Dubai on Tuesday. The Australian pacer’s services were acquired by the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for an incredible INR 24.75 crore.

Two players in the lucrative T20 cricket tournament broke the 20 crore barrier for the first time at the IPL 2024 auction. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) paid 20.50 crore to recruit Australian teammate Pat Cummins before Starc went for the record amount.

Before this year’s auction, Sam Curran, an all-around player, was the most expensive player in the Indian Premier League (IPL), costing Punjab Kings (PBKS) INR 18.50 crore for the Englishman.

At the IPL 2024 auction, 332 players from 13 countries were up for bid. Of these, Indians made up 216. Following player retention, releases, and trades, the 10 clubs united in the IPL 2024 auction had a maximum of 77 spots available, including 30 overseas player quotas.

However, only KKR (23) and RR (22) decided not to pursue their entire quota of 25 players, meaning that 72 players were selected throughout the bidding process. All thirty international player places, however, were filled.

In addition to Cummins and Starc starting the 20 crore club in the IPL, other players who commanded premiums of 10 crore or more at the IPL 2024 auction were New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell (INR 14.00 cr to CSK), Harshal Patel (INR 11.75 cr to PBKS), Alzarri Joseph (INR 11.50 cr to RCB), and Spencer Johnson (INR 10 cr to GT).

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