The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken a significant step by announcing the schedules for the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the next three seasons.
This is a departure from the usual practice of releasing schedules closer to the tournament.
The 2025 IPL will commence on March 14 and conclude on May 25.
The BCCI has also finalized the schedules for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
This early announcement reflects the IPL’s growing prominence and its established window in the international cricket calendar. It allows for better planning for both franchises and players.
In another important development, the BCCI has confirmed the availability of England fast bowler Jofra Archer for the entirety of the next three IPL seasons, as per a Cricbuzz report. This news is sure to excite franchises vying for his service.
Archer, known for his pace and skill, has committed to playing all the matches in the upcoming seasons.
Archer has set his base price at INR 2 crore for the auction. Interestingly, he has been listed as Player No. 575 in the accelerated round. He is included in the accelerated list alongside USA’s Saurabh Netravalkar (No. 576) and MCA’s Hardik Tamore (No. 577).
The structured scheduling and confirmation of key players highlight the IPL’s increasing significance as a global cricketing force. (Times of India)