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Cricket fans are in for a prime-time feast, with old rivals poised to return to action. The International Masters League (IML) has unveiled the schedule of fixtures for the highly-anticipated inaugural season, which will feature six teams – India, Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies.                                                                                                                                                                                               

The opening game, scheduled for February 22, 2025, will witness a faceoff between the Asian giants. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar will lead an Indian team against a Sri Lankan side led by Kumar Sangakkara, one of Sri Lanka’s most successful captains.

"The IML will be a celebration of cricket’s unique and enduring legacy. I can’t wait to step back onto the field with my contemporaries in a league that will be intense and competitive, with all the teams playing hard, but fair”, Sachin Tendulkar, the captain of the Indian team, said.

"The IML is a tribute to cricket’s timeless charm. It is a wonderful opportunity for former cricketers. It's a platform where they can relive old rivalries and reconnect with fans. I am excited to participate in this historic league alongside so many illustrious names", said Kumar Sangakkara, the captain of the Sri Lankan team.

“We are thrilled and honoured to partner with JioStar for the IML. We have no doubt that JioStar, with its experience and, expertise in sports broadcasting, will make the league a memorable experience for cricket fans across the globe”, Jahan Mehta, Director, FSPM, said. 

“We are delighted to broadcast the inaugural season of the International Masters League on Disney+ Hotstar, along with our linear channels Colors Cineplex and Colors Cineplex Superhits. The IML is more than just a cricket tournament—it is a reunion of greatness. Fans can expect thrilling matches, expert commentary, exclusive behind-the-scenes access and a lot of nostalgia, in the weeks to come,” said Rohan Lavsi, Head – Hindi Movies Business, JioStar.

IML 2025: Date, Timings, Venue, and More

What is the schedule of IML 2025?

Notably, after five matches in Navi Mumbai, the IML will move to Rajkot; thereafter, the matches will move to Raipur. Raipur will also host the semi-finals and final.

Day

Date

Weekday

Match Day

Timing

City

Team 1

Team 2

1

February 22

Saturday

1

19:30

Navi Mumbai

India

Sri Lanka

3

February 24

Monday

2

19:30

Navi Mumbai

West Indies

Australia

4

February 25

Tuesday

3

19:30

Navi Mumbai

India

England

5

February 26

Wednesday

4

19:30

Navi Mumbai

South Africa

Sri Lanka

6

February 27

Thursday

5

19:30

Navi Mumbai

West Indies

England

7

February 28

Friday

6

19:30

Rajkot

Sri Lanka

Australia

8

March 1

Saturday

7

19:30

Rajkot

India

South Africa

10

March 3

Monday

8

19:30

Rajkot

South Africa

England

12

March 5

Wednesday

9

19:30

Rajkot

India

Australia

13

March 6

Thursday

10

10:30

Rajkot

Sri Lanka

West Indies

14

March 7

Friday

11

19:30

Rajkot

Australia

South Africa

15

March 8

Saturday

12

19:30

Raipur

India

West Indies

17

March 10

Monday

13

19:30

Raipur

Sri Lanka

England

18

March 11

Tuesday

14

19:30

Raipur

West Indies

South Africa

19

March 12

Wednesday

15

19:30

Raipur

England

Australia

20

March 13

Thursday

16

19:30

Raipur

Semi-final 1

 

21

March 14

Friday

17

19:30

Raipur

Semi-final 2

 

22

March 16

Sunday

18

19:30

Raipur

Final

 

What are the teams and their captains for the upcoming edition of IML 2025?

Country

Captain

West Indies

Brian Lara

South Africa

Jacques Kallis

Australia

Shane Watson

India

Sachin Tendulkar

England

Eoin Morgan

Sri Lanka

Kumar Sangakkara

Where to watch live streaming and broadcast of IML 2025 in India?

JioStar’s Disney+ Hotstar along with Colors Cineplex (SD & HD) and Colors Cineplex Superhits will broadcast the tournament live for all cricket aficionados. The matches will begin at 7:30 pm.

(With Inputs from Press Release)