IPL 2026 Second Phase Schedule Announced: Full Fixtures, Dates and Match Timings

March 26, 2026: The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the schedule for the second phase of the Indian Premier League 2026. The remaining 50 matches of the league will be played from April 13 to May 24, 2026. These matches will take place across 12 cities in India.

Matches in this phase will be held in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dharamsala, Raipur, and New Chandigarh.

Earlier, the BCCI had announced the schedule for the first phase, which took place from March 28 to April 12. The second phase will start on April 13, 2026, with Sunrisers Hyderabad facing Rajasthan Royals in Hyderabad. This match will kick off an important phase of the tournament and set the tone for a thrilling run of fixtures.

The first leg of the much-awaited Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings 'El Clasico' will be played on April 23 in Mumbai. The second leg of this rivalry will take place in Chennai on May 2, adding to the excitement of the season.

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Crucial Stage for Teams

As the second phase progresses, teams will compete fiercely to secure a spot in the playoffs. The competition is expected to become even more intense during this part of the tournament. Teams will have to perform consistently to stay in contention and make it to the final stages. Fans can expect a high level of cricket and competitive matches as teams jostle for positions in the league table.

Match Timings and Double-Headers

This phase of IPL 2026 will feature eight double-header days. Afternoon matches will start at 3:30 PM IST, while evening matches will begin at 7:30 PM IST. These timings will allow fans across India to catch all the action live, whether at the stadium or through official streaming and broadcast channels.

Home Venues for Teams

• Punjab Kings will play their home matches in New Chandigarh and Dharamsala, including three matches in Dharamsala.
• Rajasthan Royals will host four home matches in Jaipur.
• Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play three home matches in Bengaluru and two in Raipur.
• The full schedule for the second phase is available online. Venues for the playoffs will be announced later.

Fans’ Expectations

Fans can look forward to an exciting and competitive second phase as teams fight hard for a place in the playoffs. With matches spread across multiple venues, the race for the final stages is expected to intensify in the latter half of the league. Every match will be important, and teams will push to gain momentum before the playoffs.

The second phase promises thrilling cricket, with high stakes, intense competition, and fans getting to witness some of the best moments of IPL 2026 live. With double-headers and important matches like the Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings El Clasico, this phase is expected to keep cricket fans on the edge of their seats.