IPL 2026 First Week Schedule: Full Match Details from March 30 to April 5
The Indian Premier League 2026 has commenced in spectacular fashion, with the season opener featuring the legendary Virat Kohli leading the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a victorious start. The excitement continued on Super Sunday, where Vintage Rohit Sharma showcased his masterclass, propelling Mumbai Indians to a record-breaking chase against Kolkata Knight Riders, ending a 14-year-old jinx.
Full Week of IPL 2026 Action Ahead
As the tournament moves into its first complete week, fans can look forward to a thrilling lineup of matches from March 30 to April 5, 2026. This period promises intense cricketing drama with key clashes that could set the tone for the entire season.
The week begins with a highly anticipated encounter on Monday, March 30, as the young core of Chennai Super Kings faces off against the Rajasthan Royals, now captained by the newly appointed Riyan Parag. This match pits two teams brimming with youthful talent against each other in what is expected to be a dynamic contest.
On Tuesday, March 31, attention shifts to the Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans, who will be aiming for a winning start as they take on last year's finalists, the Punjab Kings. This clash is crucial for both sides as they seek early momentum in the tournament.
Mid-Week and Weekend Highlights
The action continues on Wednesday, April 1, with a mid-week scrum featuring Axar Patel's Delhi Capitals launching their campaign against Rishabh Pant's Lucknow Super Giants. Both teams are eager to make this season memorable, adding extra spice to this matchup.
Thursday, April 2, sees Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders returning to the field for their second attempts to secure their first points of the season. This game is pivotal for both franchises looking to bounce back from initial setbacks.
Friday, April 3, brings another exciting fixture as Punjab Kings square off against Chennai Super Kings, marking the second game for both teams. This encounter could be a turning point in their early-season strategies.
The weekend caps off with a double-header on Saturday, April 4, featuring Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals. Super Sunday on April 5 concludes the week with another double-header: Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, promising a grand finale to the week's proceedings.
Complete IPL 2026 Week 1 Schedule
Here is the full list of matches, dates, timings, and venues for IPL 2026 from March 30 to April 5:
- March 30, 2026 (Monday): Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings at 7:30 PM in Guwahati
- March 31, 2026 (Tuesday): Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans at 7:30 PM in New Chandigarh
- April 1, 2026 (Wednesday): Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals at 7:30 PM in Lucknow
- April 2, 2026 (Thursday): Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad at 7:30 PM in Kolkata
- April 3, 2026 (Friday): Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings at 7:30 PM in Chennai
- April 4, 2026 (Saturday): Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians at 3:30 PM in Delhi
- April 4, 2026 (Saturday): Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals at 7:30 PM in Ahmedabad
- April 5, 2026 (Sunday): Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants at 3:30 PM in Hyderabad
- April 5, 2026 (Sunday): Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings at 7:30 PM in Bengaluru
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