IPL 2024: The Cricket Extravaganza Schedule

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is back for its 2024 season, and cricket fans are buzzing with excitement.  Here’s what you need to know about the IPL 2024 schedule.

The Tournament Begins: IPL 2024

The IPL 2024 kicked off with a bang, and the matches are underway. The tournament started on Sunday, 14 April 2024, and cricket enthusiasts have been treated to some thrilling matches already​.

Today’s Match

As we speak, there’s a match happening between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. MI won the toss and chose to field first. Currently, CSK has scored 95 runs for 2 wickets in 11.4 overs^​.

Recent Highlights

Just earlier today, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. KKR won the toss, opted to field, and chased down LSG’s score of 161 runs with ease, winning by 8 wicketsP. Salt from KKR was the star of the match, scoring an impressive 89 runs off 47 balls.

Upcoming Matches

Looking ahead, there’s plenty of action to come. Tomorrow, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The day after, KKR will be back in action against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at their home ground in Kolkata.

The Grand Finale

The league stage will wrap up with a match between RR and KKR on May 19th. After a day’s break, the playoffs will commence at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad with Qualifier 1 on May 21st. The Eliminator follows on May 22nd, and the final showdowns, Qualifier 2 and the Grand Final, will be held in Chennai on May 24th and 26th, respectively​.

How to Follow

For those who want to follow every match, the full schedule is available on the official IPL website. You can find all the match timings, venues, and details there.

Wrapping Up

The IPL 2024 is shaping up to be another memorable season. Whether you’re a die-hard cricket fan or just enjoy the excitement of the game, there’s something for everyone. So, grab your jerseys, cheer for your favorite team, and enjoy the cricket carnival!

In the IPL 2024, several players have stood out with their exceptional performances. Let’s take a look at some of the top performers:

Who are the top performers in IPL 2024?

1. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore)
   • Orange Cap Holder: Virat Kohli has been in sublime form, scoring 319 runs in 6 innings at an impressive average of 79.75.
   • Impact Runs: His impact runs total stands at 295.07.
2. Riyan Parag (Rajasthan Royals):
   • Average: Riyan Parag has been consistent, averaging 87.00 with 261 runs in 5 innings.
   • Impact Runs: His impact runs total is 271.69.
3. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans)
   • Average: Shubman Gill has contributed significantly, averaging 51.00 with 255 runs in 6 innings.
   • Impact Runs: His impact runs total stands at 268.37.
4. Jasprit Bumrah (Mumbai Indians)
   • Top Wicket-Taker: Burmah has taken 10 wickets in 5 innings at an average of 11.90.
   • Total Impact: His total impact points are 362.97.
5. Yuzvendra Chahal (Rajasthan Royals)
   • Wicket-Taker: Chahal has also taken 10 wickets in 5 innings with an average of 13.20.
   • Impact Wickets: His impact wickets total is 12.42.
6. Krunal Pandya (Lucknow Super Giants)
   • Best Bowling Economy: Krunal Pandya has an impressive economy rate of 5.50 in 4 innings.

Who has hit the most sixes this season?

In the IPL 2024, the player who has hit the most sixes so far is Riyan Parag from the Rajasthan Royals. He has struck an impressive 17 sixes in just 5 innings this season^. Following closely behind are Heinrich Klaasen from Sunrisers Hyderabad with 17 sixes and Abhishek Sharma from Sunrisers Hyderabad with 16 sixes^. The power-hitting display by these players has added excitement to the tournament.