Get ready for an action-packed 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), kicking off on March 22, just 5 days after the Women’s Premier League (WPL) concludes.
The IPL extravaganza promises thrilling cricket entertainment until May 26, providing a perfect lead-up to the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the Caribbean, beginning on June 1. India’s first World Cup match is scheduled for June 5, adding an extra layer of excitement.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is gearing up for an electrifying second season of the WPL, tentatively scheduled from February 22 to March 17 in Bengaluru and Delhi. Official dates are on the brink of announcement, expected to drop any day now, potentially on Monday.
Behind the scenes, the BCCI is intricately weaving the IPL schedule around the General Election timetable. The proposed window for the IPL is from March 22 to May 26, pending confirmation post the election date announcement. However, the BCCI exudes confidence in hosting the entire league in India.
Assurances from most cricket boards have been received, ensuring player availability until the IPL final. With the T20 World Cup looming on June 1, the departure of some players before the IPL concludes is a possibility. Yet, the BCCI’s current focus is synchronizing the schedule with the general elections, ensuring a thrilling IPL edition on home soil.
In a parallel cricket universe, Indian players, including stars like Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja, engaged in a fiery net session in Hyderabad. However, skipper Rohit Sharma chose a different path, opting for a personalized net session at Mumbai’s BKC Ground. Rohit is set to rejoin the team in Hyderabad for another intense net session on Monday. Keep an eye out, as Jadeja might sit this one out, contemplating a visit to Ayodhya. The stage is set, and the players are gearing up for cricketing fireworks in the upcoming IPL spectacle.
