10 Fascinating Facts of IPL every fan should Know!
The Most Expensive Player
Mitchell Starc: ₹24.75 CroresIn 2024, Mitchell Starc became IPL’s most expensive player, bought by Kolkata Knight Riders.
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The Fastest Fifty
KL Rahul’s Lightning SpeedIn 2018, KL Rahul smashed the fastest fifty in IPL history in just 14 balls while playing for Punjab Kings against Delhi Capitals. Unbelievable!
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Longest Winning Streak
KKR’s Winning StreakIn 2014, Kolkata Knight Riders achieved 9 consecutive wins, culminating in a championship title.
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Yuvraj Singh’s Sixes
🎯 Hat-Trick of SixesYuvraj Singh’s IPL feat of three consecutive sixes in 2019 for Kings XI Punjab echoes his T20 World Cup heroics.
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The Fastest Ball
Shaun Tait: 157.71 km/hIn 2011, Shaun Tait bowled the fastest ball in IPL history for Rajasthan Royals against Delhi Capitals. Lightning speed on the field!
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IPL’s Strategic Timeout
⏳ Strategic InnovationIntroduced in 2009, Strategic Timeouts bring tactical depth and advertising opportunities, making IPL a pioneer in cricketing innovations.
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Record-Breaking Viewership
📺 3.2 Crore Concurrent ViewersIn 2023, JioCinema’s streaming of the IPL final set a global record. IPL’s digital reach continues to grow exponentially!
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Highest Individual Score
🎉 Chris Gayle’s 175 Runs*Chris Gayle’s 175* in 2013 remains unbeaten, featuring 17 sixes and 13 fours. A masterclass in explosive batting!
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