Indian cricket’s grandest spectacle, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, is set to kick off in style with a star-studded Opening Ceremony on March 22.

With an estimated worth of $10.7 billion, IPL remains the world’s second-richest sports league, and this season promises to be bigger than ever. Before the first match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), fans will be treated to an electrifying opening show.

When & where to watch

Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025

Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Global timings

USA (EST): 8:30 AM
USA (CST): 7:30 AM
USA (MST): 6:30 AM
USA (PST): 5:30 AM

Star performers & what to expect

This year’s ceremony boasts a mix of Bollywood glamour and musical magic.

Disha Patani— Known for her sizzling dance moves, she’s set to deliver a high-energy performance.
Shreya Ghoshal—The melody queen—will mesmerize with her soulful voice.
Karan Aujla—The Punjabi music sensation will bring his signature beats to the IPL stage.

Expect breathtaking fireworks, special effects, and an unforgettable start to the cricketing extravaganza.

How to watch IPL 2025 opening ceremony live

Television broadcast: Star Sports Network (multiple regional languages available)

Online streaming:

JioCinema (Free for Jio users)
Disney+ Hotstar (HD streaming for subscribers)