The Delhi Premier League (DPL) is back for its second season in 2025, promising another thrilling showcase of cricketing talent. The tournament began on August 2nd and will continue until August 31st, with matches held in Delhi.
Teams and Squads
This year's DPL features eight teams, including two new sides: New Delhi Tigers and Outer Delhi Warriors, joining the already established teams. These teams are divided into two groups, creating a competitive structure for the league stage. The teams participating are:
Format and Schedule
The tournament follows a format where teams play the other three teams in their group twice and the teams in the other group once. This ensures a balanced and competitive league stage. The top four teams at the end of the league stage will advance to the knockout stages, intensifying the battle for the DPL title.
Key dates to mark are the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator matches on August 29th, Qualifier 2 on August 30th, and the final showdown on August 31st. All knockout matches are scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM IST.
Recent Matches
Several matches have already set the tone for an action-packed season. South Delhi Superstarz faced off against East Delhi Riders in the opening match. Other recent match results include:
Streaming Details
For fans eager to catch the live action, the Delhi Premier League 2025 is being live-streamed on JioHotstar. Additionally, fans can watch the matches on the StarSports 2 Hindi channel.
Other Information
Alongside the men's competition, the women's competition commenced on August 17th. Stay updated with live scores, schedules, squads, and news updates on various platforms, including the Hindustan Times and Cricket World.