Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2025 Campaign Kicks Off on March 23 – Complete Schedule Inside

Rajasthan Royals Gear Up for IPL 2025: Full Schedule and Key Highlights

The much-anticipated schedule for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been unveiled, and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are all set to begin their campaign with an exciting clash against last season’s runners-up, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The match is scheduled for March 23, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, marking the Royals’ first appearance in this year’s tournament.

The IPL 2025 season officially kicks off on March 22, with Rajasthan Royals stepping into the action just a day later in the tournament’s first afternoon game. As in previous editions, each team will play a total of 14 league matches, with an even split of seven games at home and seven away.

Home Matches: A Tale of Two Cities

Rajasthan Royals will host their first two home games at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati:

• March 26, 2025: Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
• March 30, 2025: Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Following these matches, the Royals will return to their iconic home ground, the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, for the remainder of their home fixtures. The team will look to make the most of the familiar conditions and the passionate support of their fans.

Squad Strength and Key Players

Led by the dynamic Sanju Samson, Rajasthan Royals have assembled a formidable squad for IPL 2025. The team combines experience with youthful exuberance, featuring talented young players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, and teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. With such a balanced unit, the Royals are poised to be strong contenders this season.

A Look Back and the Road Ahead

Rajasthan Royals have a rich history in the IPL, being the inaugural champions in 2008. Last year, they delivered an impressive performance by securing a third-place finish in the league stage and earning a spot in the playoffs. The team now aims to build on that momentum and stake their claim for the coveted IPL trophy in 2025.

IPL 2025 Playoff Structure

The playoff stage of IPL 2025 will follow the familiar format:

• Qualifier 1: The top two teams from the league stage will battle it out in Hyderabad on May 20, 2025, for a direct ticket to the final.
• Eliminator: The third and fourth-ranked teams will face off at the same venue on May 21, 2025.
• Qualifier 2: The winner of the Eliminator will play the loser of Qualifier 1 in Kolkata on May 23, 2025.
• Final: The grand finale will be hosted at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on May 25, 2025.

Royals’ Mission for IPL 2025

Rajasthan Royals enter IPL 2025 with high hopes and a well-rounded squad, ready to deliver memorable performances. With strong leadership, a blend of experienced and emerging talents, and strategic gameplay, the team is determined to make a deep run in this season’s tournament.

Stay tuned for updates, match insights, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content as the Royals march towards IPL glory.

Rajasthan Royals IPL 2025 schedule