The Indian Premier League
(IPL) 2025 season is set to culminate in an exciting series of playoff matches, determining which team will claim the coveted championship title. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the playoff schedule, including dates, venues, and match details.​
IPL 2025 Playoff Schedule:
- Qualifier 1
- Date: May 20, 2025​Wisden+1Sportskeeda+1
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad​IPL T20+3Sportskeeda+3Wikipedia+3
- Time: 7:30 PM IST​
- Details: This match features the top two teams from the league stage. The winner advances directly to the final, while the loser gets another chance in Qualifier 2.​IPL T20+3Wikipedia+3Sportskeeda+3
- Eliminator
- Date: May 21, 2025​IPL T20+1Wisden+1
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad​Sportskeeda+1Wikipedia+1
- Time: 7:30 PM IST​
- Details: The third and fourth-placed teams face off, with the loser being eliminated from the tournament. The winner progresses to Qualifier 2.​Sportskeeda
- Qualifier 2
- Date: May 23, 2025​Wisden+2IPL T20+2Sportskeeda+2
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata​Wikipedia+8Sportskeeda+8IPL T20+8
- Time: 7:30 PM IST​
- Details: This match pits the loser of Qualifier 1 against the winner of the Eliminator. The victor secures the second spot in the final.​Sportskeeda
- Final
- Date: May 25, 2025​
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata​
- Time: 7:30 PM IST​
- Details: The grand finale where the winners of Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 battle for the IPL 2025 championship title.​
Venues Overview:
- Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad
- Capacity: 55,000​Wikipedia
- Notable Matches: Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator​Wisden+5Olympics+5Wikipedia+5
- Insights: Known for its electrifying atmosphere, this stadium has hosted numerous high-stakes matches and is the home ground for Sunrisers Hyderabad.​
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Capacity: 68,000​AP News+3Wisden+3Reuters+3
- Notable Matches: Qualifier 2 and the Final​IPL T20+4Wikipedia+4Reuters+4
- Insights: One of the most iconic cricket stadiums globally, Eden Gardens has a rich history of hosting significant cricketing events, including previous IPL finals.​
Understanding the Playoff Format:
- Qualifier 1: Top two teams from the league stage compete. The winner advances directly to the final, while the loser gets another opportunity in Qualifier 2.​
- Eliminator: Third and fourth-placed teams face off. The loser is eliminated, and the winner moves on to Qualifier 2.​
- Qualifier 2: Features the loser of Qualifier 1 and the winner of the Eliminator. The victor earns the second spot in the final.​
- Final: The winners of Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 battle for the championship title.​
This playoff structure ensures that teams finishing at the top have a strategic advantage, while still providing opportunities for lower-ranked qualifiers to make a comeback and vie for the title.​
As the playoffs approach, fans can anticipate thrilling cricketing action as teams compete for supremacy in IPL 2025. Stay tuned for match updates and prepare to witness some of the most exciting moments in T20 cricket.