Ananya Panday performance [Source: @ImTanujSingh/X.com]
This Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has been a spectacle for the fans as they not only got to witness some excellent cricket matches, but saw live performances which captivated them. Normally, an IPL season witnesses just one opening ceremony, which takes place on the opening match day.
Ananya Panday's sizzling dance performance
However, this season has been different as every IPL venue had its own opening ceremony and while the likes of Karan Aujla and Disha Patani sizzled at the first opening ceremony, Sara Ali Khan, the Bollywood diva set the stage on fire during the CSK Vs RR clash in Guwahati.
To further entertain the crowd, another rising star of Bollywood, Ananya Panday lit up the stage with her fiery performance as the crowd thoroughly enjoyed it. She danced to numerous songs and there was an electrifying environment at the Wankhede Stadium. Ananya, also received a rousing reception when she came to perform.
MI in need of victory over KKR
The Mumbai Indians, just like the last season started the IPL 2025 on a wrong note as the team lost their opening two matches.
The streak started against their arch-rivals, Chennai Super Kings and it continued against a rampant Gujarat Titans squad on Saturday. Hence, this game becomes crucial for the 5-time champions. Another loss could severely dent their confidence. However, the team got off to a flying start as KKR batting first lost three quick wickets with the MI bowlers dominating the proceedings.