IPL 2025: Captains Meet in Mumbai Ahead of 18th Season Launch

Mumbai, March 19, 2025 – The stage is set for the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which kicks off on March 22 with a match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore. But before the first ball is bowled, there is a crucial gathering of IPL captains in Mumbai.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called all ten IPL team captains to attend an important meeting at their headquarters in Mumbai today. Alongside the captains, the franchise managers will also participate in the discussion.

According to reports, the meeting is scheduled for March 20 and will last approximately one hour. It will cover various updates and important changes for the upcoming season. Additionally, the teams will be briefed about new developments, including modifications to the IPL’s operational and playing rules. This will be followed by a sponsor-related event at the Taj Hotel, lasting four hours. After the briefing and events, a photo session with the captains will be held.

This gathering marks a change from previous years, where such meetings were held in the city where the first match of the season was played. Speculation suggests that this year’s early meeting could lead to discussions on key rule amendments and other significant matters.

As the excitement for the IPL builds, the league’s 10 team captains have all been finalized. The captains are:

Here is the table of the 10 IPL 2025 team captains:

With only a few days left until the IPL 2025 season begins, anticipation is at an all-time high. Fans and players alike are eager to see how the tournament unfolds, with all eyes on the star-studded line-ups set to take the field.