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Captains Speak! Shreyas Iyer, Ruturaj Gaikwad Headline Three Words That Define IPL

Kaushik Kashyap

IPL Captains On IPL. [Source - IPLt20/instagram]IPL Captains On IPL. [Source - IPLt20/instagram]

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is just a few hours away. The excitement is at its peak as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are coming up against each other for the opening clash on Saturday, March 22.

Fans are eagerly waiting to witness a high-voltage encounter in what has been a much awaited evening of cricket festival going to start at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. As it's a season after the Mega Auction, the teams have arrived with fresh strategies, new player combinations, and a renewed hunger for the prestigious trophy.

IPL Essence in Three Words - Straight from the Skippers

The stadiums are ready to get filled with electrifying energy of cricket lovers from around the country and the world and we are set for yet another unforgettable season of T20 extravaganza. As the clock ticks down to the commencement of the IPL 2025 opener, captains from all ten teams gathered in Mumbai for a special photoshoot with the coveted IPL trophy.

During the photoshoot, the captains were asked to describe the IPL in just three words. And this is how their responses captured the essence and excitement of this premier T20 franchise tournament of India.



Shreyas Iyer (Punjab Kings): “Entertainment, Fascination and Captivation.”

Sanju Samson (Rajasthan Royals): “Energy, Drama and Climax.”

Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians: “Useful, Exciting and Passionate.”

Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings: “Opportunity, Excitement and Thrilling.”

Axar Patel (Delhi Capitals): “Feeling, Festival and Popular.”

Pat Cummins (Sunrisers Hyderabad): “Wealth, Energetic and Fun.”

Rajat Patidar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru): “Exciting, Fun and Opportunity.”

Ajinkya Rahane (Kolkata Knight Riders): “Talent, Opportunity and Passion.”

Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans): “Entertainment, Brutal and Consistency.”

Rishabh Pant (Lucknow Super Giants): “Fearless, Entertainment and Energetic.”

More than just a Cricket League

Each captain’s words highlight their own experiences and attachment to the tournament. While some focused on the sheer excitement of the IPL, others highlighted the league's ability to provide ample opportunities to young talents and the passionate fan following that makes it even more special.

The tournament is more than just a cricket league which is once again back for lightning up the lives of cricket fans in the forthcoming 2025 edition. It's a global phenomenon that brings together the best players from around the world for a period of two months, nurtures countless future cricketing stars, and entertains millions of fans across generations.