Vi 5G Goes Live in IPL Stadiums Across 11 Indian Cities with Unlimited Data and Enhanced Connectivity

Mumbai, April 8, 2025 — As cricket fever grips the nation with the ongoing Indian T20 league, telecom operator Vi (Vodafone Idea) has announced the expansion of its 5G services to major cricket stadiums in 11 Indian cities. This strategic move aims to offer uninterrupted, high-speed data access to fans attending the matches in person.

Vi 5G Now Live at IPL Venues

Cricket lovers can now enjoy superfast Vi 5G at iconic stadiums such as Wankhede (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Chinnaswamy (Bengaluru) and more. With lakhs of fans attending IPL matches, this rollout ensures real-time streaming, social media sharing, and seamless connectivity.

Cities with 5G-Enabled Stadiums:

• Mumbai (Wankhede Stadium)

• Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium)

• Bengaluru (Chinnaswamy Stadium)

• Visakhapatnam (Dr. Y.S.R ACA-VDCA Stadium)

• Kolkata (Eden Gardens)

• Lucknow (Ekana Stadium)

• Chennai (M.A. Chidambaram Stadium)

• Chandigarh (Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium)

• Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi Stadium)

• Hyderabad (Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium)

• Jaipur (Sawai Mansingh Stadium)

Upgraded Network for Seamless Match-Day Experience

Vi has deployed 53 new 5G towers, enhanced 44 existing sites, and positioned 9 Cell on Wheels (CoWs) at strategic stadium locations. Technologies such as Massive MIMO and advanced BTS systems have been integrated to support high footfall and increased data usage, ensuring zero lag and high-speed connectivity.

Who Can Use Vi 5G at Stadiums?

All Vi customers with a 5G-enabled smartphone can access Vi 5G at these venues. Users only need to enable 5G in their device settings to enjoy unlimited 5G data, with no additional charges during matches.

Special Vi Recharge Plans with Hotstar Access

For fans streaming from home or on the move, Vi has introduced exclusive IPL recharge packs starting at ₹101. These plans include:

• Disney+ Hotstar subscriptions

• Unlimited 5G data

• No-cost streaming access for IPL matches

These packs are available on the Vi App and official Vi website.

Final Word

With cricket at its peak and stadiums packed, Vi’s enhanced 5G rollout offers a win-win for fans across the country. Whether watching from the stands or streaming from home, Vi ensures you’re connected with lightning-fast internet to enjoy every six and wicket in real time.