IPL 2026 dates confirmed: Season to run from March 26 to May 31; Chinnaswamy opener in doubt

IPL 2026 is set to commence on March 26 and conclude on May 31, with the opening match potentially at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, pending government clearance. Franchise representatives met in Abu Dhabi to finalise these dates ahead of Tuesday's auction. The auction will feature a pool of 359 players, with marquee names like Cameron Green expected to fetch high bids.