Everything You Need to Know About the Indian Premier League (IPL)
The IPL is India’s premier Twenty20 cricket league, launched in 2008 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Featuring ten city-based franchises, the tournament uses a round-robin and knockout format and has grown into the richest and most globally watched cricket league. From its high-stakes auctions and superstar lineups to the evolving media rights and franchise valuations, IPL has transformed how cricket is played and consumed worldwide.