With the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to commence on March 22, Friday, anticipation is at an all-time high, especially considering the unique circumstances surrounding this edition. This season promises to be particularly thrilling for two significant reasons.
Firstly, it marks the final season before the much-anticipated mega auctions, adding an extra layer of intrigue as teams strategize for the future. Secondly, the IPL 2024 serves as a precursor to the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled for June in the United States of America and the Caribbean Islands.
The return of several top stars adds to the excitement. Notable players such as Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, and Shreyas Iyer are set to grace the franchise league after their respective injury-enforced breaks last year.
Furthermore, IPL 2024 welcomes back Mitchell Starc, the formidable Australian pacer, making his first IPL appearance since 2015. Starc’s impressive performance in the intra-squad Kolkata Knight Riders match has already generated significant buzz, positioning him as one of the season’s most anticipated attractions.