The Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is in full swing, with thrilling matches, standout performances, and unexpected twists. Below is a roundup of the latest news, live updates, and highlights from the tournament.
1. Recent Match Results
RCB Breaks Chepauk Jinx After 17 Years
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured their first win against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk since 2008, marking a historic moment in IPL 2025 1.
- The match saw aggressive batting and disciplined bowling, with RCB chasing down a competitive total.
Gujarat Titans Dominate Mumbai Indians
- Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 36 runs in Ahmedabad.
- Sai Sudharsan starred with a 63-run knock, while Prasidh Krishna (2 wickets) and Mohammad Siraj (with a brilliant wobble-seam delivery to dismiss Rohit Sharma) led the bowling attack 13.
- MI remains winless after two matches, raising concerns over their batting form.
Delhi Capitals Continue Winning Streak
- Mitchell Starc claimed his maiden IPL five-wicket haul (5/35) as Delhi Capitals (DC) bowled out Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for 163.
- Aniket Verma’s valiant 74 off 41 balls went in vain as DC chased the target comfortably 6.
2. Today’s IPL Fixtures (March 30, 2025)
- Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings (2:00 PM GMT, Ekana Stadium, Lucknow) 15.
- Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals (7:30 PM IST, Eden Gardens) 15.
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3. Key Highlights and Talking Points
Starc’s Fiery Spell for Delhi Capitals
- The Australian pacer’s 5/35 against SRH included a mix of swing, pace, and sharp fielding support (notably from Axar Patel and Faf du Plessis) 6.
Impact Player Rule Debate Continues
- Analysts are evaluating whether the Impact Player rule is overly favoring batters, with teams frequently using it to bolster their lineups 5.
Mumbai Indians’ Struggles
- After two losses, questions arise over Hardik Pandya’s captaincy and Rohit Sharma’s role in the team. Gavaskar criticized MI’s fielding errors in the GT match 13.
KKR-LSG Match Rescheduled
- The KKR vs LSG clash has been moved to April 8 due to logistical reasons, making it part of a double-header 5.
4. IPL 2025 Standings and Trends
(As of March 30, 2025)
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Royal Challengers (RCB) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
(Full table available on Cricbuzz) 15.
5. IPL Business and Valuation Updates
- The IPL’s brand value continues to soar, with franchises like CSK, MI, and RCB leading as the richest teams.
- Sponsorship deals and media rights remain key revenue drivers, with digital streaming seeing record engagement 5.
Final Thoughts
IPL 2025 has already delivered nail-biting finishes, record-breaking spells, and intense rivalries. With RCB breaking their Chepauk curse, Starc’s fiery return, and MI’s struggles, the tournament promises more drama ahead.
