The Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025, organized by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA), marks its second season from August 2 to August 31, with a reserve day on September 1. All matches, both men’s and women’s, will take place at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, and will be livestreamed across India on FanCode.
- Men’s League: 8 teams, including two new additions this season
- Women’s League: 4 teams, round‑robin format (August 17–24)
- Playoffs: Top four qualify → Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Final
Central Delhi Kings play in Group A, alongside Outer Delhi Warriors, New Delhi Tigers, and North Delhi Strikers.
Central Delhi Kings Squad
Here’s the 2025 squad for the Central Delhi Kings—featuring a mix of promising youngsters and established domestic talent:
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Simarjeet Singh | Bowler |
| Jonty Sidhu | All-Rounder (Captain) |
| Yash Dhull | Batsman |
| Pranshu Vijayran | Bowler |
| Money Grewal | All-Rounder |
| Aryan Rana | Batsman |
| Aarnav Koul | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Vivek K. Tiwary | Batsman |
| Aditya Bhandari | All-Rounder |
| Aaryavir Sehwag | Batsman |
| Siddharth Joon | Bowler |
| Gavinsh Khurana | Batsman |
| Javir Sehrawat | Bowler |
| Sampooran Tripathi | Batsman |
| Sumit Chhikara | Bowler |
| Nikhil Malik | Batsman |
| Harshit Sethi | All-Rounder |
| Arun Pundir | Bowler |
| Yamit Sehrawat | Wicketkeeper |
| Tejas Baroka | Bowler |
| Rishi Sharma | Batsman |
- Auction Highlight: Simarjeet Singh was the most expensive pick, going for ₹39 lakhs.
Format & Match Overs
- Format: T20, with each side playing 20 overs per innings
- League Structure:
- Each team plays 10 league matches (double round-robin within group, single round against cross‑group teams)
- Top 4 teams advance to playoffs
- Playoff Flow: Qualifier 1 → Eliminator → Qualifier 2 → Final
- Reserve Day: Final scheduled for August 31; backup on September 1
DPL 2025 Central Delhi Kings Match Schedule (India Time – IST)
Central Delhi Kings—Group A Fixtures at Arun Jaitley Stadium
| Match No. | Date | Time (IST) | Opponent | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Aug 2, 2025 | 2:00 PM | North Delhi Strikers | T20, 20 overs |
| 5 | Aug 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM | New Delhi Tigers | T20, 20 overs |
| 11 | Aug 7, 2025 | 7:00 PM | South Delhi Superstarz | T20, 20 overs |
| 14 | Aug 9, 2025 | 2:00 PM | Outer Delhi Warriors | T20, 20 overs |
| 16 | Aug 10, 2025 | 2:00 PM | West Delhi Lions | T20, 20 overs |
| 20 | Aug 13, 2025 | 7:00 PM | Outer Delhi Warriors | T20, 20 overs |
| 23 | Aug 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM | North Delhi Strikers | T20, 20 overs |
| 32 | Aug 23, 2025 | 2:00 PM | New Delhi Tigers | T20, 20 overs |
| 35 | Aug 25, 2025 | 7:00 PM | South Delhi Superstarz | T20, 20 overs |
| 40 | Aug 28, 2025 | 7:00 PM | West Delhi Lions | T20, 20 overs |
If they make the playoffs, they will feature in:
- Qualifier 1: Aug 29, 2:00 PM
- Eliminator: Aug 29, 7:00 PM
- Qualifier 2: Aug 30, 7:00 PM
- Final: Aug 31, 7:00 PM (reserve day Sep 1)
Venue & Streaming
- Venue: Chunki Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi — hosting all matches in this season
- Streaming: Full live coverage on FanCode OTT platform, accessible across India
Why It Matters
The Central Delhi Kings come into DPL 2025 with strong auction buys like Simarjeet Singh, high expectations, and the ambition to compete for the title. Held entirely in Delhi and backed by the rising popularity of the DPL, this season is shaping up to be a major platform for players and fans alike. With easy timing and full coverage on FanCode, domestic cricket lovers across India won’t miss a delivery.
Read more: – DPL 2025 Opening Ceremony
Quick Facts
- Overs per match: 20 overs per side
- Group matches per team: 10
- Playoffs: Top 4 → Qualifier 1 / Eliminator / Qualifier 2 / Final
- Reserve day: September 1
Stay tuned for updates on captains, live scorecards, and player news as the tournament nears its opening ball on August 2, 2025!
