In less than a week the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 edition is about to start. The season opener between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is scheduled for 22 March 2024 at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Fans are eagerly waiting to catch the live action from the Stadium. However, some fans cannot commute to the stadium and they are wondering where to catch live action on Television or Mobile.
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The opening match will be a blockbuster clash between two southern giants – the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). The venue for this high-octane encounter is the iconic M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This match holds even more significance for CSK, as they enter the tournament as the defending champions. In 2023, they displayed nerves of steel to clinch their 5th IPL trophy in a dramatic last-ball victory over the Gujarat Titans.
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Match Timings and a Special Note on the Opener
Mark your calendars and set your reminders. Most IPL 2024 matches, based on the initial schedule, are slated to begin at 7:30 PM IST. However, there will be double-header days with two matches scheduled. For these days, the first match will kick off at 3:30 PM IST. There’s a slight variation for the opening match between CSK and RCB, with a start time of 8:00 PM IST to add some extra grandness to the IPL opener.
Where to Catch the Action?
Can’t wait to witness the IPL 2024 magic unfold? The Star Network has secured the broadcasting rights for all IPL 2024 matches on the Television network. So, cricket fanatics, mark your calendars and tune in to Star Sports channels to catch all the live action.
IPL 2024: Free Live Streaming
For those who prefer the convenience of mobile viewing, worry not. The JioCinema mobile app and website will be live-streaming all IPL 2024 matches completely free of charge. This allows you to enjoy the thrill of the IPL on the go, wherever you are.
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A Look at the IPL 2024 Venues
This year’s IPL season will be played across 12 venues in India. Ten of these venues are the home grounds of the ten IPL franchises. There’s a slight twist for the Delhi Capitals (DC) though, as they’ll be playing their initial matches in Visakhapatnam before returning to their home turf, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Here’s a quick rundown of all the IPL 2024 venues:
- Chennai – M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
- Ahmedabad – Narendra Modi Stadium
- Mumbai – Wankhede Stadium
- Bangalore – M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
- Delhi – Arun Jaitley Stadium (after initial matches in Visakhapatnam)
- Jaipur – Sawai Mansingh Stadium
- Hyderabad – Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium
- Kolkata – Eden Gardens
- Lucknow – Ekana Cricket Stadium
- Mohali – Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium
- Visakhapatnam (selected games) – Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium
- Dharamsala (selected games) – HPCA Stadium
The Indian Premier League is not just about cricket, it’s a vibrant celebration of the festival of sport. So, get ready to witness breathtaking sixes, elegant fours, exceptional displays of fielding skills and nail-biting finishes. With a strong line-up of teams, world-class players, and a variety of venues, the IPL 2024 promises to be a memorable tournament.
