The IPL 2025 season will kick off with a high-octane clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens on March 22. Eden Gardens, the home ground of IPL 2024 winners Kolkata Knight Riders, will also be the venue for the grand finale on May 25. Additionally, it will host Qualifier 2 on May 23.
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