Not Just Kolkata! BCCI's Multi Venue Opening Ceremony Set To Transform IPL, Get All Details Here

The IPL 2025 is just a few days away. All the eyes will be on the grand IPL opening ceremony which is expected to be a first-of-a-kind event as BCCI is planning to launch a nationwide celebration for the 18th edition of IPL.

BCCI To Conduct 13 IPL Opening Ceremonies

Traditionally, IPL generally holds one single lavish ceremony on the opening day just before the first match. But this time the, BCCI has decided to execute 13 star-studded programmes with each venue set to have a designated opening ceremony before the first match.

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A source told Sportstar, “We wanted to add more flavour to the tournament so that spectators from each and every venue can get a taste of the opening ceremony. For the cultural programmes in each venue, we are planning to create a line-up of national and local artists."

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The IPL 2025 will kick off on March 22 when defending champions KKR will host Virat Kohli 's RCB at the Eden Gardens. Ajinkya Rahane replaced Shreyas Iyer as the KKR captain while Rajat Patidar will lead RCB in IPL 2025.

Logistical Issues Could Pose A Threat

The source further revealed since the ceremonies will be held at different venues all over the country, logistical issues remain a concern as several artists are expected to perform at 12 separate venues.

“The idea is to have a varied pool of Bollywood artists performing for all the programmes, and with limited time in between the innings, two to three artists could be accommodated for these events. Since this is happening at such a scale for the first time, there are some logistical issues as well. So, the BCCI and State associations are working in tandem to ensure that the programmes are conducted smoothly without hampering the matches.”

The popularity of the IPL has soared in the last few years, and the gala affair has attracted a huge number of people across all the stadiums. The 18th edition of the cash-rich league is likely to exceed all expectations, and it remains to be seen how BCCI executes these mammoth arrangements with perfection.