IPL 2026: The Complete Preview
BCCI has announced the first phase schedule — 20 matches across 10 venues from March 28 to April 12. Here's everything you need to know.
Opening Week Schedule
Key Auction Highlights
| Player | Team | Price | Impact Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Green | KKR | ₹25.2 Cr | All-rounder depth |
| Matheesha Pathirana | KKR | ₹18 Cr | Death bowling upgrade |
KKR's aggressive spending signals title ambitions after their 2024 triumph.
Team Power Rankings
The LPG Crisis Factor
An unprecedented external factor this IPL: the national LPG shortage could affect:
Prediction Market Opportunities
The richest prediction angles for IPL 2026:
Security Concerns
The Bengaluru venue needs government safety committee clearance (inspection on March 13) following last year's tragic stampede that killed 11 people. This adds uncertainty to the opener location.
Full Season: March 28 to May 31
The split-phase format accommodates state elections. Phase 2 dates depend on Election Commission coordination. This creates unique scheduling uncertainty that prediction markets are actively pricing.