Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the opening match of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens on March 22 (Saturday), ESPNcricinfo reported. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will reportedly face Mumbai Indians (MI) at Chepauk Stadium on March 23 (Sunday). The IPL 2025 final will reportedly be played on May 25.