India Masters Faces West Indies Masters in IML 2025 Final Showdown

RAIPUR, India – The final of the International Masters League (IML) 2025 will feature the India Masters and West Indies Masters, scheduled for Sunday, March 16, at 7:30 PM IST. The match will take place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, where both teams will vie for the inaugural championship title.

Led by cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, the India Masters secured their place in the final after dominating Australia by 94 runs in the semi-finals. In contrast, the West Indies Masters edged out Sri Lanka in a thrilling encounter, winning by just six runs.

In a previous group stage match held at the same venue, the India Masters claimed victory over the West Indies by seven runs in a nail-biting finish, establishing a competitive rivalry between these two storied teams.

The final promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams have shown impressive form throughout the tournament. Tendulkar’s squad only experienced one loss against Australia, while the West Indies triumphed in three of their league matches, finishing the group stage successfully.

“It’s an exciting day for us, and we’re keen on bringing the trophy home,” said Sachin Tendulkar ahead of the match. “The final will be a great challenge, but I believe in my team’s capabilities.”

Brian Lara also expressed his anticipation, stating, “Facing India Masters in the final is special. We’ve had great matches in the past, and I expect nothing less this time.”

The match will be broadcast live on Colours Cineplex and Colours Cineplex Superhits channels in India, while live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.

Before the final, here are some details about the match:

• Teams: India Masters vs West Indies Masters
• Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST)
• Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur

Fans from both nations eagerly await the clash, expecting a high-scoring encounter similar to previous matches in the tournament. Conditions for batting seem favorable, with no rain expected and temperatures reaching a high of 38 degrees Celsius.

The participating players are elite international veterans, with the India Masters squad including notable names like Irfan Pathan, Yuvraj Singh, and Ambati Rayudu. The West Indies Masters features players like Dwayne Smith and Jerome Taylor, all set to showcase their skills in this grand finale.

As the cricketing world tunes in, the stakes have never been higher for these legendary teams. Who will emerge as the first champions of the International Masters League?