IPL chairman arun dhumal on the way ahead for IPL

Speaking ahead of the first Qualifier in Dharamshala, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal clarifies reports on viewership numbers and discusses the future expansion of the tournament, including the possibility of adjusting playing windows to combat severe summer weather.

By Newsroom

Published 26 May 2026 at 11:21 pm IST

DHARAMSHALA: Ahead of the first Qualifier, Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal spoke about the future trajectory of the league, addressing key issues ranging from tournament scheduling to viewership growth.

Speaking on the prospect of expanding the IPL to a 94-game format, Dhumal explained that an ideal 10-team structure should feature nine home and nine away games for every team.

However, current constraints have prevented this expansion. "Logistical challenges and the commitment given to bilateral series are the reasons we haven't made it nine each," Dhumal stated, adding that the league would consider increasing the match count if a larger scheduling window allows for an additional two weeks.