The Indiana Fever are back on the court after a nine-month offseason, kicking off the highly anticipated 2025 WNBA season with a home game against one of their fiercest competitors—the Chicago Sky. The matchup promises to renew a budding rivalry that has heated up over the past year.

Both teams enter the season with high expectations. The Chicago Sky, who won the 2021 WNBA championship, aim to bounce back after narrowly missing the 2024 playoffs. Rising stars Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso return for their sophomore seasons, ready to make a significant impact.

The Fever, meanwhile, come off a strong 2024 campaign where they finished 3-1 against the Sky and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2016. Led by star guard Caitlin Clark, Indiana is widely seen as a title contender in the 2025 WNBA season. Fans are eager to see Clark and the Fever take on the Sky once again at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the season and home opener this Saturday.

Tensions from last season continue to add spice to this rivalry, fueled by on-court battles and off-court controversies involving players like Chennedy Carter and Clark, alongside the ongoing narrative of a rivalry between Angel Reese and Fever guards.

To build anticipation, the Indiana Fever’s official X (formerly Twitter) account posted a simple yet powerful two-word message on game day, reminding fans of the exciting season ahead. Unlike their preseason graphic, this post confirmed that Caitlin Clark, the former No. 1 overall draft pick, will suit up against Chicago.

However, the Fever will be without offseason addition Sophie Cunningham due to an ankle injury that will sideline her for the opener.

What to Expect

The Fever vs. Sky matchup is shaping up as one of the marquee games of the early WNBA 2025 season. With both teams boasting young talent and championship aspirations, fans can expect a fast-paced, intense contest full of high stakes and star power.