When Will BCCI Announce IPL Playoffs 2026 Schedule? Here's What Reports Say

The Indian Premier League is just a few days away, and fans are already excited about the tournament. However, the complete schedule is yet to be announced. The schedule for the first phase of the biggest cricket league in the world was officially released by the BCCI on March 11, 2026, including the fixtures for the first 20 matches.

The BCCI officially announced the second phase schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 on March 26, 2026, confirming 50 matches to be played from April 13 to May 24, 2026. While fans are happy to have the league-stage schedule, it has also left them curious about why the BCCI has not yet announced the IPL 2026 playoffs schedule.

When Will BCCI Announce IPL 2026 Playoffs Schedule?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has not yet revealed the IPL 2026 playoffs schedule. Fans are eagerly waiting for the dates of the knockout matches, especially with the league stage expected to wrap up in May. It is anticipated that the board will announce the remaining fixtures, including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final, by the end of April.

The Indian Premier League follows a pattern where playoff venues and exact match timings are confirmed once the tournament progresses and logistical factors, such as team standings, travel, and weather conditions, are clearer.

In the latest IPL Media Advisory, the BCCI has stated that the venues for the playoffs will be announced at a later date. This suggests that while the league-stage fixtures are locked in, the board is still evaluating suitable host cities for the knockout games. Major venues like Narendra Modi Stadium, Wankhede Stadium, and MA Chidambaram Stadium are often considered for hosting playoff matches due to their capacity and infrastructure.

Virat Kohli To Face MS Dhoni Just Once in IPL 2026

Cricket enthusiasts are excited after the BCCI revealed the fixtures for the second phase of the richest cricket league in the world, the IPL. However, one thing that left fans disappointed is that they will be able to witness the iconic duo of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni only once during the league stage. It is to be noted that there is just a single match scheduled between the five-time title holders Chennai Super Kings and the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

The clash between the two IPL teams with the most fans is set to be played on Sunday, 5th April 2026. The battle will take place at one of the best cricket stadiums in the world, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.