ISL tipped to return on February 14, end in May

Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will open the truncated Indian Super League 2025-26 season against Kerala Blasters at Salt Lake Stadium on February 14, while their marquee Kolkata derby clash against East Bengal has been scheduled for May 3, according to tentative fixtures released by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

The national federation published the provisional schedule on Monday as part of clarifications issued to prospective broadcasters bidding for the league’s media rights.

The AIFF said the fixtures are indicative



and subject to change based on feedback from clubs before the final contract is signed.

“However, this schedule is indicative and may be utilised by interested bidders for informational purposes only. The schedule remains subject to change, based on inputs received from the participating Clubs, and a final schedule will form a part of the Contract,” the federation said as quoted by PTI.

The schedule was shared following a pre-bid meeting with interested bidders — reported to be four entities — held on January 23.