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The Indian Premier League is growing from strength to strength. IPL 2009, beginning on April 18 in South Africa is proof of it. The very first edition of IPL in 2008 was bang on target and thrilled millions of cricket enthusiasts everywhere. Even those didn’t give a hoot to cricket were taken by storm with this form of the game. It was a mega gala event that colored April for many with loud vivacity. Cricketers morphed into gladiators on the field and the crowd roared on. IPL 2009 is touted to be more animated, almost double fold. The teams have revamped, overhauled and fine tuned their ranks to deliver a better punch.
It is indubitably going to be a pin-up event. Famous cricketers from various countries are going to enliven the stadiums in South Africa. Celebrities from all walks of life are associated with it and are likely to be present. Most teams are owned by superstars and renowned businessmen. The bidding process witnessed hefty monetary transactions occurring. The costliest player- Flintoff was acquired for a whooping 1.5 million pounds. Kevin Peterson too bagged a huge amount.
This series is going to be a lot different from last year’s. Many changes have been made in the franchisees.
The DLF Indian Premier League 2009 would compromise of 59 matches. In all there are 8 cities in South Africa where matches will be held. Brace yourselves for an adventurous series ahead. |
