IPL 2025: Shraddha, Varun, Arijit to perform at opening ceremony
What's the story
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will kickstart on March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
The opening ceremony will be a starry affair with Bollywood actors Shraddha Kapoor and Varun Dhawan shaking a leg with singing sensation Arijit Singh.
This year's ceremony is going to be a mix of cricket and entertainment, giving the cricketing fest a perfect start.
Star performances
Singh's performance will be a highlight of the ceremony
Kapoor and Dhawan, who are known for their high-energy performances and on-screen chemistry, will be performing together at the IPL 2025 opening ceremony.
Singh, who is no stranger to such events and is celebrated for his live performances, will also take the stage to perform his popular songs.
The opening match of the tournament will see the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face off against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
Tournament details
IPL 2025: A month-long cricket celebration awaits
IPL 2025 has been scheduled to run until May 25, ending with a grand finale.
The tournament will see teams featuring players from across the globe fighting tooth and nail.
Fans are looking forward to the tournament's commencement, with players like Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Rohit Sharma likely to lead their respective sides to glory.