Despite reservations over the number of T20 matches being played, it is expected that the 2018 edition is going to be a massive success, surpassing the popularity of the previous editions
The Indian Premier League, in its 11 th season, started off with a blockbuster match as Chennai Super Kings announced its return to the league after a two-year hiatus in style. Dwayne Bravo’s stupendous innings helped Chennai clinch a cliffhanger against hosts and defending champions Mumbai Indians and was a fitting start to the biggest T20 spectacle on earth.
On the second day, Kings XI Punjab’s KL Rahul’s 14-ball half-century ensured there was no dip in excitement for the fans.
Despite reservations over the number of T20 matches being played, it is expected that the 2018 edition is going to be a massive success, surpassing the popularity of the previous editions.
Official broadcaster Star India expects 700 million regular viewers to tune in with renewed focus on regional feeds.
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