IPL marks the beginning of a new genre in Indian cricket- says Navtej Kohli
Navtej Kohli, a sports buff got another reason to revel. Here on Navtej Kohli interest blog he shares his views about the much talked about IPL cricket season opening this month.
The Indian Premier League series is just around the corner and every one of you can now be a part of it, or rather more. You can own, control and play for nothing what the big bosses in the IPL have paid hefty sums of money for.
If you’re a cricket lover, then in all possibility you’re going to love this first season of IPL. While some believe it’s a history in the making, I personally believe that success of IPL hinge on the after-match reactions of Indian masses.
The IPL 2008 is a lot like fantasy cricket in that the players are being bought and sold at a price to play in the league. Big wigs from the Indian film industry are endorsing their favorite teams. Moreover, with such high stakes involved it is surely the most awaited event of the year.
For the first time in Indian cricket history, IPL brings together players from all over the world. This is an added USP that multiplies the charm of IPL.
Cricket has seen a lot of changes in the recent past. After the hands down success of 20-twenty format, people have many expectations from IPL. These new trends in cricket are likely to risk the traditional formats, especially test matches which might take a backseat.
But certainly this action packed series is going to be a great experience!
April 16th, 2008 at 12:29 am
Very true. I have seen so much of publicity for the IPL that I have not even seen for world cup. I’m looking forward to seeing this series.
April 17th, 2008 at 12:17 am
Hey do you know which companies would be participating in IPL.
April 17th, 2008 at 12:27 am
There are in all 8 teams, Bangalore Royal Challengers, Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi DareDevils, Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians, Deccan Chargers. Do see the matches beginning sunday.