The cricketing world is abuzz with anticipation as the 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the world’s most prestigious T20 cricket tournament, is set to commence today. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will lock horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match at the iconic M Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, promising a riveting start to what is expected to be another exhilarating season.

The IPL, known for its blend of cricketing excellence and entertainment, has consistently enthralled fans worldwide with its high-octane matches and star-studded line-ups. With the first phase featuring 21 games, fans can expect a flurry of action-packed encounters in the coming weeks. The remaining schedule will be announced in due course, ensuring a steady stream of excitement throughout the tournament.

As the tournament progresses, teams will battle it out in the group stage, vying for a coveted spot in the knockout rounds. The top two teams in the standings will face off in a Qualifier match, with the winner securing a direct berth in the final. Meanwhile, the defeated team will have one last chance to redeem themselves as they take on the winner of the Eliminator match. The Eliminator will see the third and fourth-ranked teams clash in a do-or-die encounter, with the victor earning a shot at the ultimate prize.

IPL 2024 Fixtures (Initial Phase):

March 22: Chennai Super Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore, 8:00 pm IST (02:30 pm GMT), Chennai
March 23: Punjab Kings v Delhi Capitals, 3:30 pm IST (10:00 am GMT), Mohali
March 23: Kolkata Knight Riders v Sunrisers Hyderabad, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Kolkata
March 24: Rajasthan Royals v Lucknow Super Giants, 3:30 pm IST (10:00 am GMT), Jaipur
March 24: Gujarat Titans v Mumbai Indians, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Ahmedabad
March 25: Royal Challengers Bangalore v Punjab Kings, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Bengaluru
March 26: Chennai Super Kings v Gujarat Titans, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Chennai
March 27: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Mumbai Indians, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Hyderabad
March 28: Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Capitals, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Jaipur
March 29: Royal Challengers Bangalore v Kolkata Knight Riders, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Bengaluru
March 30: Lucknow Super Giants v Punjab Kings, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Lucknow
March 31: Gujarat Titans v Sunrisers Hyderabad, 3:30 pm IST (10:00 am GMT), Ahmedabad
March 31: Delhi Capitals v Chennai Super Kings, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Vizag
April 1: Mumbai Indians v Rajasthan Royals, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Mumbai
April 2: Royal Challengers Bangalore v Lucknow Super Giants, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Bengaluru
April 3: Delhi Capitals v Kolkata Knight Riders, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Vizag
April 4: Gujarat Titans v Punjab Kings, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Ahmedabad
April 5: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Chennai Super Kings, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Hyderabad
April 6: Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Jaipur
April 7: Mumbai Indians v Delhi Capitals, 3:30 pm IST (10:00 am GMT), Mumbai
April 7: Lucknow Super Giants v Gujarat Titans, 7:30 pm IST (02:00 pm GMT), Lucknow

Also READ: IPL 2024 – Full squads for all 10 teams with their captains and vice-captains

TV Channels and Live Streaming details:

India: Star Sports; Jio Cinema app and website
Australia: Fox Sports (Foxtel Go); Kayo Sports
USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here)
UK: Sky Sports, Sky Go
New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
South Africa & Sub-Saharan regions: SuperSport
MENA Countries: Cricbuzz app
Pakistan: Yupp TV
Caribbean: Flow Sports
Bangladesh: Gazi TV
Afghanistan: Ariana Television Network
Nepal: Star Sports, Yupp TV
Sri Lanka: Star Sports, Yupp TV
Maldives: Star Sports, Yupp TV
Singapore: StarHub
Guyana: ENet

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