The Indian premier league (IPL) is more than just a cricket tournament, it’s a vibrant festival that sweeps across India uniting millions in their passion for the game. Nagaland, a land know for its rich cultural heritage and growing passion for sports, IPL 2025 hold a unique significance., not through hosting matches, but by bringing the electrifying atmosphere of the league to its fans, while the state doesn’t have its own franchise or the privilege of hosting love matches, the spirit of the IPL resonate deeply.
While the roar of the crowed from the home team remains a dream for Nagaland. Even without a home team to rally behind, loyalties are formed and often based on favourite players or a connection to team from a neighbour region. The absent of live matches in the states has historically meant forming a group Infront of the TV screen and other digital platforms to experience the thrill. However, IPL 2025 marks a turning point with the establishment of FAN PARK in Dimapur.
The board of control for the cricked in India (BCCI) has recognised the growing enthusiasm in the region. Dimapur the largest cities in Nagaland, has been selected as one of the 50 cities across India to host an IPL FAN PARK in 2025. This initiative is designed to bring the stadium like experience to fans in regions that do not have IPL franchises. For the first time, cricket lovers in Dimapur can and surrounding areas will have dedicated space to come together and enjoy in the IPL atmosphere.
The fan park is scheduled to run across ten weekends from march 22nd to may 25th ,Giant screens will broadcast the live action of every IPL 2025 match, allowing fans to come together celebrate cheer for their team and their favourite player and soak in excitement , The fan park will be more than just a cricket match screening its will be a time for the audience to experience something new and share their excitement and joy with the people having the same interest. Food court will also be provided with variety of culinary delights, ensuring the energy level remains high throughout the matches.
The significant of the Dimapur fan park extent beyond mere entertainment. It’s a recognition for the growing love for cricket in Nagaland and the northeast region. While Assam, Guwahati had the honour to host a few, the establishment of a fan park in Nagaland signifies a deeper connection with the state cricketing community. It provides a platform for fans from northeast to connect with each other, share their passion, it’s an opportunity to feel the collective joy of a six, the tension of a close finish, and collective opinion and share disappointment of a dropped catch create a sense of community that transcends individual viewing.
Key details for the Dimapur Fan Park.
Dates: Saturday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th 2025.
Timing: the opening time is usually depend on the match scheduled for the day. If there is a afternoon match (starts at 3:30 pm IST) and in the afternoon match (starts at 7;30 pm IST), the fan park might open at1;30 pm IST if there is only evening match it might open at 4:00 pm IST.
Entry fee: Entry to IPL fan park is generally free for all attendees.
Location: the specific venue in Dimapur is yet to be announced.
Beyond the IPL, Nagaland has been steadily developing its cricked infrastructure. The Nagaland cricket association stadium, located in chumoukedima district, stand as a testament to this progress. IPL 2025 will bring a unique flavour of cricket excitement in Nagaland through the IPL fan park in Dimapur. This even promises to be a memorable experience for the local fan, offering them a taste of the IPL energy and thrill. Combined with the ongoing development of the state. Nagaland and its connection with the nation premier cricketing event is only set to strengthen in the years to come, further fuelling the passion for the game.