It’s been 15 years since the Ipl was introduced in India, the 1st season was played in 2008. Ipl changed the definition and craze of cricket in India.
IPL (Indian Premier League) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India, which the Board of Control founded for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2007. The league features eight franchise teams representing different cities in India, and it is considered as one of the most popular and lucrative cricket leagues in the world.
The league is played over a period of approximately two months each year, typically between March and May, and features some of the best cricket players from around the world. Each team plays a total of 14 matches in the league stage, with the top four teams qualifying for the playoffs till 2021 it used to be held every year in this format.
Last year the format of the whole IPL changes because 2 more teams were introduced and a total number of teams became 10. So the matches and schedules change completelyÂ
The IPL has been a huge success in both popularity and revenue, and it has played a major role in revolutionizing the sport of cricket. It has also helped in the development of young talent, with many promising players getting the opportunity to showcase their skills on a big stage.
LET’S RECALL THE JOURNEY OF 15 YEARS
Here is a brief overview of the IPL’s 15-year journey so far:
2008 – The first season of the IPL was held in India, with eight teams representing different cities. The tournament was won by the Rajasthan Royals.
2009 – The second season of the IPL
 was held in South Africa due to security concerns in India. The Deccan Chargers won the tournament.
2010 – The third season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Chennai Super Kings.
2011 – The fourth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Chennai Super Kings again.
2012 – The fifth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Kolkata Knight Riders.
2013 – The sixth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Mumbai Indians.
2014 – The seventh season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Kolkata Knight Riders again.
2015 – The eighth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Mumbai Indians again.
2016 – The ninth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
2017 – The tenth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Mumbai Indians for the third time.
2018 – The eleventh season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Chennai Super Kings for the third time.
2019 – The twelfth season of the IPL was held in India, and the tournament was won by the Mumbai Indians for the fourth time.
2020 – The thirteenth season of the IPL was held in the United Arab Emirates due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the tournament was won by the Mumbai Indians for the fifth time.
2021 – The fourteenth season of the IPL was held in India, but was suspended midway due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The tournament resumed in the United Arab Emirates, and was won by the Chennai Super Kings for the fourth time.
2022 – The fifteenth season of the IPL was held in India, In they were 2 new teams added the competition became much tougher than usual, It was a big hit considering 2 more teams in the tournament. That tournament was won by one of the new team name Gujrat titans.
Throughout its 15-year journey, the IPL has grown into a global phenomenon, attracting some of the best cricket players from around the world, and offering fans a high-octane, action-packed cricket experience. The tournament has also been a breeding ground for young talent, with many players making their mark in the tournament and going on to represent their national teams at the international level.
LET’S RECALL SOME GREATEST MOMENTS OF IPL
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has produced many great moments over the years. Here are just a few:
2008 Final: The first-ever IPL final saw Rajasthan Royals, under the captaincy of Shane Warne, defeat Chennai Super Kings by three wickets in a thrilling last-over finish.
Chris Gayle’s 175*: In 2013, Chris Gayle scored an unbeaten 175 runs off just 66 balls for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors. This remains the highest individual score in T20 cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar’s 100th international century: In 2012, Sachin Tendulkar became the first player in history to score 100 international centuries. He achieved this feat while playing for Mumbai Indians against Kochi Tuskers Kerala.
Lasith Malinga’s four wickets in four balls: In 2011, Mumbai Indians’ Lasith Malinga became the first bowler to take four wickets in four balls in T20 cricket. He achieved this feat against Delhi Daredevils.
Kieron Pollard’s incredible catch: In 2013, Mumbai Indians’ Kieron Pollard took an incredible one-handed catch at the boundary to dismiss Rajasthan Royals’ Sanju Samson. The catch is considered one of the best in IPL history.
Shane Watson’s century in the final: In 2018, Shane Watson scored a magnificent century to help Chennai Super Kings defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final. Watson’s unbeaten 117 off 57 balls remains one of the best IPL final performances.
MS Dhoni’s six to win the final: In 2011, MS Dhoni hit a six off Sri Lanka’s Nuwan Kulasekara to help Chennai Super Kings win the IPL final against Royal Challengers Bangalore. The iconic moment is etched in the memory of cricket fans worldwide.
Andre Russell’s 48* off 13 balls: In 2019, Kolkata Knight Riders’ Andre Russell played an incredible inning against Royal Challengers Bangalore, scoring 48 runs off just 13 balls. Russell’s knock included 7 sixes and helped KKR win the game from an improbable position.
Virat Kohli’s four centuries: Royal Challengers Bangalore’s captain Virat Kohli is the only player to score four centuries in a single IPL season. He achieved this feat in 2016 and scored a total of 973 runs in that season.
These are just a few of the many great moments in IPL history. The tournament has produced numerous unforgettable moments over the years and continues to be one of the most popular T20 leagues in the world.
LET’S RECALL SOME MEMORABLE MOMENTS OF IPL.
the IPL has provided some incredible moments for cricket fans. Here are a few of the most memorable moments from the IPL:
The first-ever IPL match in 2008: The first match of the IPL was played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Brendon McCullum scored an unbeaten 158 off just 73 balls, which included 13 fours and 10 sixes. This innings set the tone for the IPL, and it remains one of the most memorable innings in IPL history.
The first hat-trick in IPL: Laxmipathy Balaji of Chennai Super Kings claimed the first-ever hat-trick in IPL history in the inaugural season. He achieved this feat against Kings XI Punjab.
Chris Gayle’s 175* in 2013: Chris Gayle played a blistering innings of 175 not out off just 66 balls against Pune Warriors India in 2013. This innings included 13 fours and 17 sixes, and it remains the highest individual score in T20 cricket.
Mumbai Indians winning their first IPL title in 2013: Mumbai Indians won their first-ever IPL title in 2013 after defeating Chennai Super Kings by 23 runs in the final. This victory was particularly special for Mumbai Indians as they had finished as runners-up in the previous two seasons.
Royal Challengers Bangalore’s incredible run chase in 2016: Royal Challengers Bangalore chased down a target of 229 against Gujarat Lions in 2016. AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli put on a 229-run partnership, which remains the highest partnership for any wicket in IPL history.
Shane Watson’s century in the 2018 final: Shane Watson played a match-winning inning of 117 not out off just 57 balls in 2018 final against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This inning helped Chennai Super Kings win their third IPL title.
Lasith Malinga’s last-over heroics in the 2019 final: Mumbai Indians needed two runs off the last ball to win the 2019 final against Chennai Super Kings. Lasith Malinga, who had been expensive until then, bowled a perfect yorker to dismiss Shardul Thakur and secure the victory for Mumbai Indians.
These are just a few of the many memorable moments from the IPL. The tournament has provided cricket fans with countless moments of excitement and drama, and it continues to be one of the most popular cricket leagues in the world.
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