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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 |
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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)