As the regular season comes to a dramatic close, the Indian Premier League heads into the playoff stage with four power-packed teams left in the chase for the trophy. With the dust settled on the league phase, the focus now shifts to knockout cricket, where every game is a battle for survival or glory.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the IPL 2025 Playoffs schedule, teams, venue details, qualification scenarios, and how you can stream every match live.
The Final Four: Teams in the Playoffs
Punjab Kings: Punjab Kings top the table with a commanding run in the league. Their comprehensive victory over Mumbai Indians in the final league match confirmed their No. 1 spot, giving them the strategic advantage of two opportunities to reach the final.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: RCB takes second place after a hard-fought campaign. Backed by standout performances from the likes of Jitesh Sharma and Virat Kohli, the Bengaluru franchise enters the playoffs with serious momentum.
Gujarat Titans: Last year’s runners-up, Gujarat Titans, sealed third place with consistent performances through the season. They’ll be looking to make their third straight finals appearance since debuting in 2022.
Mumbai Indians: Despite a loss in their final league game, Mumbai Indians did just enough to sneak into the fourth spot. They now face a do-or-die challenge in the Eliminator.
IPL 2025 Playoff Schedule and Venues
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue |
| Qualifier 1 | May 29 | PBKS vs RCB | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Chandigarh |
| Eliminator | May 30 | GT vs MI | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium, Chandigarh |
| Qualifier 2 | June 1 | Loser of Qualifier vs Winner of Eliminator | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Final | June 3 | Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
Format Breakdown: What’s at Stake
- Qualifier 1: The winner moves straight to the final. The loser gets another shot in Qualifier 2.
- Eliminator: The loser is out. The winner moves to Qualifier 2.
- Qualifier 2: The last step before the final. Winner advances to play for the title.
- Final: The two best teams standing go head-to-head for the IPL trophy on June 3 in Ahmedabad.
Standout Players Highlight
Each team enters the playoffs with a deep and versatile squad. Here’s a look at some of the standout players to watch:
- Punjab Kings: Shreyas Iyer, Priyansh Arya,Arshdeep Singh
- RCB: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar,Liam Livingstone
- Gujarat Titans: Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia
- Mumbai Indians: Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya
With this level of firepower on both sides of the ball, expect high-scoring thrillers and nail-biting finishes.
How to Watch the IPL 2025 Playoffs Live
The IPL continues to bring world-class cricket to millions of fans across the globe. Here’s how to catch every playoff match:
- Television: Star Sports Network will broadcast all playoff games across its regional and HD channels.
- Streaming: JioHotsar will stream all matches for free on its app and website, with multiple language commentary options available.
What to Expect
The 2025 season has already delivered record-breaking scores, stunning upsets, and emerging stars. As the playoffs begin, the pressure multiplies. Teams that have thrived under high-stakes situations now need to bring their best cricket forward.
Will Punjab Kings finally clinch their maiden title? Can RCB break their championship drought? Will Mumbai’s experience shine again or can Gujarat finish what they started last season? Stay locked in. This playoff season promises edge-of-your-seat action.
Written by RITESH SINGH
