Navtej Kohli talks about IPL
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008If you are a cricket buff, Navtej Kohli blog is certainly a place for you. Navtej Kohli talks about IPL and all the fuss attached to it.
IPL Twenty 20 has grown form a mere concept to the catchphrase of 21st century. Featuring world-class players, dynamic franchisee owners, over-enthusiastic aficionados, beautiful cheerleaders, huge stakes and of course a lot of controversy, IPL has ventured into what was beyond the imagination of cricket moguls.
The game has evolved dramatically from the dillydallied test cricket to the fast-paced extravaganza, which takes spectators on a thrilling rollercoaster ride. The good news- Cricket fans are just loving it!
IPL ticket sales have evidently taken off in a big way. Twenty 20 merchandise fell short of supply…whew!
IPL has definitely set the whole world on fire.
Although, since its inception, IPL is under constant clouds of criticism but this has not let its mania plunge even a tad. The supporters of traditional cricket format maintain that IPL is nothing more than a money-spinning entertainment sport. However the supporting clan rejects the claims stating that IPL promoted local talents.
What I think is unique about IPL is its concept. Take the players’ apparels, new rules and needless to say, the Bollywood’s Midas touch, IPL has come of age at once.
And with all the glamour, all the razzmatazz, and all the quality players from all different countries in one spot, the whole IPL event looks like a sort of hybrid world cup.
But who will win? I take a chance on Kings XI