The first part of IPL 2024 schedule has been released. The Indian Premier League returns on March 22 with a blockbuster opening match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the MA Chidamabaram Stadium in Chennai.
All teams will play around three to five matches in the first 15 days of the competition. Interestingly, Delhi Capitals have decided to play their home matches against Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in Vizag. Here’s what the IPL press release stated:
“Having chosen to play their first two home matches in Visakhapatnam, the Delhi Capitals will first host the Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, 31st March in the port city and will then face the Kolkata Knight Riders at the same venue on Wednesday, 3rd April.”
Like DC, some other teams may prefer having a neutral venue as well. Here’s a look at three stadiums which can get IPL matches like Vizag.
1. Pune might get some IPL 2024 matches
Pune’s MCA Stadium has been home to two IPL teams in the past, namely Rising Pune Supergiant and Pune Warriors. However, since 2018, Pune does not have its own team, still the venue has hosted many IPL games. The same could happen in the 2024 season as well.
2. Cuttack
Cuttack’s Barabati Stadium has also been an IPL host in the past. As per reports, the venue’s capacity will go up to 60,000 soon. DC were reportedly interested in playing home matches in Cuttack, which is why the venue can get some games.
3. Guwahati
Rajasthan Royals played two of their home matches in Guwahati last year. Considering the capacity of the Barsapara Stadium, the Royals may think of playing a few home matches in the northeast part of the country once again.
