IPL 2024 slated to commence on March 22, hosted in India.

IPL 2024: March Start Amidst General Elections

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Scheduled

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Full Season in India

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Initial Schedule Announcement

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Security and Venue Planning

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T20 World Cup Consideration

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Domestic Staging Priority

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