So we had a very successful Day 1 without any hiccups. In a major win for the sporting world, there was a successful launch of a sporting event during the Covid-19 crisis.
Day 1 review:
The highly anticipated matchup between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings wasn't much of a high octane thriller but CSK ended up beating MI quite comfortably but if you have noticed the pattern, Mumbai always starts the seasons low key and quite often with some initial losses but they are one side which really takes off when it really matters so let's see how it goes for them this season!
Day 2 - what to look forward to?
Today's game day is between Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab.
Kings XI Punjab is led by the young KL Rahul who is only the second captain + wicket keeper + opening batsman to play the IPL. He is still unproven but with the combination of the legendary Anil Kumble, it might be a think tank to watch for.
The Universe Boss Chris Gayle turns 41 and is surprising most of the world by still playing at that highest level. Gayle with the power that Glenn Maxwell brings could turn out to be the X factor that Kings XI Punjab.
While on the other hand, Delhi Capitals have a fresh young captain in the name of Shreyas Iyer with a lot of young, up and coming Indian names like Prithvi Shaw and moderately experienced Rishabh Pant. The coach Ricky Ponting might also add a much needed brain behind this team.
No real predictions for me today but I think Punjab might have an edge over Delhi.
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