The much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is finally here! The 18th season of the world’s biggest T20 league starts today with an exciting inaugural match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) – the two most successful teams in IPL history.The defending champion of IPL 2024 is Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who won their third title last year.RCB has made a big change this season, appointing Rajat Patidar as their new captain. Fans are hopeful that under his leadership, RCB might finally break the trophy drought and win their first-ever IPL title!
Like previous seasons, IPL 2025 features 10 teams:Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Delhi Capitals (DC), Rajasthan Royals (RR), Punjab Kings (PBKS), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans (GT).
Players from 14+ countries are participating where each team can have a maximum of 8 foreign players in the squad, with 4 allowed in the playing XI.The total number of foreign players in IPL 2025 is likely around 80-85 and the remaining 200+ players are Indian cricketers, including uncapped talents and experienced stars.
Teams That Have Won the IPL Title:
- Mumbai Indians (MI) – 5 titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 5 titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – 3 titles (2012, 2014, 2024)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – 1 title (2016)
- Rajasthan Royals (RR) – 1 title (2008)
- Gujarat Titans (GT) – 1 title (2022)
Teams That Are Yet to Win:
- Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
- Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Live Telecast and Streaming
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (English, Hindi, and regional languages)
- Live Streaming: JioCinema (free streaming in India)
Excitement Ahead!
With the IPL 2025 season kicking off today, fans are in for a cricketing extravaganza filled with thrilling performances, intense rivalries, and unforgettable moments. Will RCB finally win their maiden title? Or will CSK, MI, or KKR add another trophy to their collection? Let’s get ready for the action!
