The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a professional Twenty20 (T20) cricket league in India, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Founded in 2007, it features ten city-based or state-based franchise teams. The IPL is the most popular and richest cricket league globally, held annually between March and May.
Key aspects of the IPL:
Tournament Format: The IPL uses a double round-robin format, followed by playoffs.
Teams: The league features ten teams, each representing a particular city or state in India.
Players: The IPL attracts top players from around the world, including India and other countries.
Popularity: It's the most viewed sports competition in India and one of the most popular in the world.
History: The first season was held in 2008, with eight teams. The first match was between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Broadcasting: The IPL's broadcasting rights are highly sought after, with significant revenues generated.
Current Champion: The current champion is Kolkata Knight Riders.
Most Successful Teams: Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians have won the title five tim
es each.
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