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Picture Credits: www.sportsmaza.com Over the last few days, browsing over social media, I saw a lot of posts regarding IPL vs. PSL, the prize money, the spectators, etc. etc. It wasn’t a good sight to see people fight in the comment section regarding their club cricket and suddenly wave off to India vs. Pakistan political battle. And, it wasn’t like those funny banters we have in common, it was brutal and abusive. The argument just grew hatred amongst Indians and Pakistanis. The rage was clearly evident from citizens of both countries. So, for this purpose I thought of settling the deal once it for all with IPL and PSL. IPL, the Indian Premier League started in the year 2008, and is 10 years older. It has everything- talent, money, crowd, sponsorships, glamour etc. It is the closest, not similar but the closest to any football (soccer) league. The objective of IPL was clear enough, and that was to make money. That’s what it did, that’s what it is doing, and that’s what...

Picture Credits: The National With just 1 day to go for the biggest league in cricketing world, the IPL, cricket fans from all round the world will be glued to the Television sets and witness the fierce competition which IPL gives. This year’s IPL is different from other seasons, thanks to the retention policy and the IPL auctions. It is very much IPL v2.0. There are a lot of changes and let us talk about it here. Starting off, the young brigade of the Indian team, the U-19 champions Prithwi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Nagarkoti, Shivam Mavi and Manjot Kalra got very good deals and it would be wonderful to see all of them showcase their talent in this year’s IPL. Also, it is a very good opportunity for them to make a name for themselves at the biggest stage. It is fascinating how IPL, every year gives these kind of golden opportunities to youngsters. Karun Nair, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer are all good domestic players but I would consider IPL as a major boost...

Picture Credits: www.espncricinfo.com IPL 11 is just days away. A brand new season, new players, new signings and better and bigger entertainment than previous seasons is on its way. It is IPL V2.0, looking at the players shuffled in the teams and with a new form of auction held. Here is my list of top 5 players to watch out for in IPL 2018. 5. Heinrich Klassen Team- Rajasthan Royals Role- Batsman/Wicket-keeper This player came in as a replacement for Quinton De Kock against India in the ODI’s and the T20I’s. The promise he showed with the bat and the gloves was something above expectations. With Steve Smith out of the Rajasthan Royals squad, they had to announce a replacement, and looking Klassen’s recent form against India, Rajasthan Royals picked him as Smith’s replacement. The variety of strokes he plays and the power he generates is one to look for. He is surely a player to watch out for if he gets a place in the 4 playing foreign players. Picture Credit...

Picture credits: www.espncricinfo.com IPL has been for a decade and the 11 th edition is just right the corner. T20 has been exciting and the competition and intensity in which IPL is played, there are bound to be nail biting moments. Moments where the fans are awe struck and don’t believe what the match transpired into. Here, I’m presenting the top 5 moments which brought goose bumps and I’m almost sure everyone else got too. There are of course more than 5 moments but here are my top 5. Don’t feel shy to tell me about yours. Here it goes- 5. McCullum starts IPL in his own style Brendon McCullum, retired New Zealand veteran batsman started off the IPL with a bang. The first IPL and the first match of the ever successful IPL, McCullum took RCB bowlers for a toss, smacking 158 of just 73 balls. I bet all the owners except for RCB’s enjoyed the innings as it got all the attention from fans from all around the globe marking towards the success of the IPL. McCullum’s 158...