BCCI considers early IPL start amid extreme summer conditions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:01 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The BCCI is exploring the option of starting the IPL earlier, targeting March 10 to May 15 for next year's tournament. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia indicated that this shift aims to minimize the number of matches played during extreme summer heat. The proposed changes are part of ongoing discussions as the cricket board looks to adapt its scheduling strategies for player and fan comfort. Further details regarding these plans are expected as the BCCI finalizes its approach.
- •BCCI plans to run IPL from March 10 to May 15 next year.
- •The adjustment aims to reduce matches during summer's extreme heat.
- •Discussion on the scheduling shift is ongoing within the BCCI.
- •Devajit Saikia serves as the BCCI secretary.
- •The change could impact player and fan experiences.
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — Why BCCI is planning early IPL start from 2027? Devajit Saikia reveals the reasons
- 7:01 AMESPNcricinfo — BCCI mulls early start to IPL to minimise matches in extreme summer
"The BCCI is planning to kick off the IPL from March 10-May 15 starting in 2027, aiming to escape extreme weather. This shift seeks to mitigate disruptions from heatwaves and pre-monsoon rains affecting late-season matches. The tournament will maintain its 74-match format, with domestic schedules also being reviewed to align with the earlier start.
"BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has revealed plans to run the tournament from around March 10 to May 15 starting next year
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 12:42 PMWhy BCCI is planning early IPL start from 2027? Devajit Saikia reveals the reasons
The BCCI is planning to kick off the IPL from March 10-May 15 starting in 2027, aiming to escape extreme weather. This shift seeks to mitigate disruptions from heatwaves and pre-monsoon rains affecting late-season matches. The tournament will maintain its 74-match format, with domestic schedules also being reviewed to align with the earlier start.
- ESPNcricinfoJun 18, 2026, 7:01 AMBCCI mulls early start to IPL to minimise matches in extreme summer
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has revealed plans to run the tournament from around March 10 to May 15 starting next year
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