Get Ready for the 2026 Indian Premier League: Key Details and Star-Studded Lineup

The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League is set to kick off on March 28 and will feature 84 matches live on Sky Sports. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face off against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the opening game. The tournament will run until May 31, with teams split into two virtual groups of five, playing 14 group games each. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, with the winners of the first qualifier proceeding directly to the final. This year's lineup includes stars like Kohli, Sooryavanshi, and Bethell, along with 12 English players across the 10 franchises. Jos Buttler, who has excelled in the IPL with over 4,000 runs, will look to impress, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the youngest centurion in men's T20 cricket, will aim to continue his record-breaking streak. Other notable players include Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, who will represent India, and Finn Allen, Cameron Green, and Mitchell Starc, who will play for their respective teams. The tournament promises to be an exciting one, with all matches broadcast live on Sky Sports.