The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin with a grand opening ceremony at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The ceremony will feature an array of celebrities who will dazzle the audience with their performances before the opening match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicks off at 7:30 PM IST.
The event will commence with a monologue by KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan, followed by performances from renowned singer Shreya Ghoshal, actress Disha Patani, and rapper Karan Aujla. The IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, March 22, starting at 6 PM IST at the Eden Gardens.
Viewers in India can catch the live telecast of the IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony on the Star Sports Network. Those looking to stream the event online can do so through the JioHotstar app and website. Following the ceremony, the first match of the season between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru will kick off at 7:30 PM IST.
Fans can expect a night filled with entertainment and excitement as the IPL 2025 season gets off to a spectacular start. Get ready to witness the magic unfold at the IPL Opening Ceremony and cheer for your favorite teams as they battle it out on the cricket field.
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