It will be the first Test match at Eden Gardens since the India-Bangladesh pink-ball Test in 2019.
IPL 2025: Hyderabad and Kolkata were initially supposed to host the last four games before the one week suspension of the tournament
Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday expressed optimism about the Eden Gardens keeping its date with the 2025 IPL final
The BCCI is yet to take a call on the venue for the final, which was initially scheduled to be played at Eden Gardens.
The customary ringing of the Eden bell, which has been the tradition for several years before the start of a match, was not done on Saturday as a mark of respect.
During an expert panel discussion, Doull suggested that the franchise consider relocation if their requests regarding the pitch were not met.
The Cricket Association of Bengal wants Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull to be banned from commentating at the Eden Gardens over their remarks on the venue's curator.
Eden Gardens pitch curator believes the wicket prepared in Kolkata has a lot to offer to spinners. KKR just have to find a way to make the best use of the conditions.
The start of the IPL 2025 campaign has not been good for defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders. Playing at home at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata
The IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Kolkata is under the threat of being abandoned.