IPL 2016 Weekly Roundup: Week 1

In conclusion:

The start of the IPL 2016 had been a little sedate. But just when we were thinking this edition is going to be outright insipid, it has come to life again. The weekend gave us two superb games- first the thriller between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Lions and then Kings XI Punjab beating Rising Pune Supergiants and Delhi’s magnificent upset of Royal Challengers Bangalore. The teams were perhaps finding their footing initially and are likely to go all guns blazing now. Expect a lot more riveting and nail-biting encounters in the coming week and look out for some possible upsets.

Also, by next Monday, we will get a fair idea of which four teams are likely to make the cut and who will be left behind. The likes of Punjab, Hyderabad and Mumbai will attempt to climb up the ladder and be more consistent. Then, the local Indian talents are yet to fire and any real exciting new talent is yet to emerge. All that might change in this week. A lot to look forward to. Here is hoping that week 2 of the IPL sets our pulses racing.