The Indian Premier League is a riveting spectacle for cricket fans across the globe. As the world’s richest league, the anticipation around the IPL builds enormous excitement in fans. With IPL just around the corner, they are eager to experience this tourney’s action, drama, and suspense. If you feel the same, subscribe to YuppTV and get ready to watch Tata IPL 2024 live.
The seventeenth edition of IPL is gearing up to begin on March 22 in Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium with an exciting clash between CSK and RCB. Considering the upcoming general elections, the BCCI has announced the schedule for the first 21 matches. With some new captains taking charge, the event promises to be intense and thrilling. Ahead of this exhilarating season, let us look at the captains of each team prepping up for the big event.
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Having endured a disappointing IPL last year, SRH looks to revamp the team for the upcoming league. The Hyderabad franchise appointed Australia’s World Cup-winning skipper Pat Cummins as the new captain. The team management hopes this move will change their fortunes and bring back the lost glory. Under David Warner’s captaincy in 2016, SRH won the IPL title and aims to repeat the same this year under another Aussie skipper. We will have to wait and see if this move works in SRH’s favor.
Gujarat Titans: GT is undoubtedly one of the most successful teams in the IPL. GT has reached the final twice within two years of its appearance in the league. Hardik Pandya-led team won its maiden trophy in its debut in 2022 and lost to CSK last year. However, Gujarat Titans experienced an unexpected blow when Hardik Pandya decided to leave the squad and join Mumbai Indians. Shubman Gill will replace Pandya to lead the side. Time will tell us whether the new skipper continues the momentum.
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Mumbai Indians: Mumbai emerged as the most successful team in the IPL history under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy. MI became the first team to win five titles. However, MI will enter this season with Hardik leading the side. Will MI fans
Rajasthan Royals: Rajasthan Royals scripted history when it won the inaugural IPL under Shane Warne’s captaincy. It took 14 years for the team to reach the final, but it lost to GT in 2022. The team’s performance came to a new height under Sanju Samson, and the team hopes to carry on the acceleration.
Kolkata Knight Riders: After CSK and Mumbai, KKR is the only team that won the title twice. KKR played three finals, won two in 2012 and 2014, and lost in 2021. Shreyas Iyer took the responsibility in 2022 and aims for the third championship in this season.
Delhi Capitals: Rishab Pant’s unavailability from 2022 pushed David Warner to captain the side. While there is no clarity on Rishab Pant’s comeback, Warner will continue to lead the side.
Royal Challengers Bangalore: It has been a long wait for the RCB. Despite playing in three IPL finals, RCB never won the title. Known for playing a fearless form of cricket, the team hopes to change the fortunes under Faf du Plessis. Will the wait continue, or will RCB make it happen this time?
Punjab Kings: Punjab appeared in the 2014 IPL final but lost to Kolkata. After CSK, MI, and RCB, Punjab scored the most 200+ scores. Although the team has quality batters and bowlers, it has yet to clinch the championship. With Shikhar Dhawan at the helm, will Punjab make a solid comeback?
Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul continues to guide the team. LSG had a stunning debut in 2022 and has made the playoffs since then. LSG has recently appointed former South African allrounder Lance Klusener as assistant to head coach Justin Langer.
Chennai Super Kings: Led by former Indian skipper MS Dhoni, CSK is a dominant team in the IPL. The defending champions played 10 IPL finals and won the title on five occasions. With the IPL 2023 trophy, CSK became the second team to win five titles alongside Mumbai.
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