The fever on cricket fans is full on as the IPL matches are going to begin very soon. In offices, school and colleges it is a hot topic of discussion. The last season of IPL was a huge success and this time it’s going to be even bigger! Well the absence of Pakistan team will be definitely felt but the enthusiasm and excitement will be much higher.

IPL is 20-20 is a cricket tournament that is played between the teams of 8 Indian city franchises. This tournament is supported by ICC (International Cricket Council) and has been created and promoted by BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India). The first season of IPL started with a bang on 18th April 2008 and ended on 1st June. This season is expected to begin from 10th April.

The IPL is a good platform for budding cricketers and others as anyone who performs well gets quick recognition here. So, you will not have to strive harder but hard as success can not be achieved so easily. The performances of the teams have also definitely improved to great extent in the race of emerging as a winner. These matches are played live and are scheduled between the 8 teams. There are eight franchise teams that will be competing against each other which are Bangalore Royal challengers, Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab, Kolkata Knight Riders, The Deccan Chargers and The Mumbai Indians. Almost 59 matches will be played in this 44 days tournament.

Indian Premier League wrapped in good fortune for BCCI and advertisers including the cricketers. The list of advertisers includes Pepsi, Nokia, Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani, Reliance Industries Pvt. Ltd., and Future Group. Other advertisers have also been negotiated with and revenue through advertising is anticipated to be is about Rs. 300 crore.

Summary

IPL 20 20 cricket tournament was a huge success and this time will start with a bang again. The cricket lovers are eagerly waiting for this tournament to begin and everyone’s eyes are on this season.