IPL 2025 Schedule Adjustment: New Date for KKR vs LSG Showdown
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a rescheduling of the IPL clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Originally set for April 6, the match will now occur on April 8, ensuring compliance with local Ramanavami celebrations.
Why Was the Match Rescheduled?
This adjustment comes after the Kolkata Police requested that the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) change the date due to the significant deployment of police forces needed during the festive season. Consequently, the anticipated match will still take place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, and not Guwahati as previously rumored.
Official Statements and Confirmations
Snehashish Ganguly, President of CAB, confirmed earlier discussions with BCCI about the necessity of rescheduling. He mentioned, “We have informed the BCCI to reschedule the match, but moving it to another city later seemed unlikely.” Initially, there were whispers about shifting the venue to Guwahati, which have now been clarified.
Impact on IPL 2025 Schedule
The rest of the schedule for April 6 will feature only one match—Sunrisers Hyderabad versus Gujarat Titans in Hyderabad. April 8 will transform into a thrilling double-header day. The day will start with the KKR vs LSG match in the afternoon in Kolkata. It will be followed by another electrifying encounter as Punjab Kings host Chennai Super Kings later that evening in New Chandigarh, adhering to the original schedule.
For further details on the IPL 2025 schedule and team analysis, explore our detailed coverage on this rescheduling.
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Last Updated: March 28, 2025
