IPL Cricket Team overview

1. **Chennai Super Kings (CSK)**:

- Captain: MS Dhoni (2008-2022, 2024)

- One of the most successful franchises, known for their consistent performances, led by the
charismatic Dhoni.

2. **Mumbai Indians (MI)**:

- Captain: Sachin Tendulkar (2008-2011), Rohit Sharma (2013-2024)

- Another powerhouse in the IPL, with a strong fan base and a record number of title wins.

3. **Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)**:

- Captain: Virat Kohli (2013-2024)

- Known for star-studded line-ups but struggled to clinch the title, despite some notable performances.

4. **Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)**:

- Captain: Sourav Ganguly (2008-2010), Gautam Gambhir (2011-2017), Dinesh Karthik (2018-2020),
Eoin Morgan (2021-2024)

- A team with a strong fan following, known for their aggressive style of play.

5. **Kings XI Punjab (KXIP)/Punjab Kings (PBKS)**:

- Captain: Yuvraj Singh (2008), Kumar Sangakkara (2010), Adam Gilchrist (2011-2012), David Hussey
(2013), George Bailey (2014-2015), Murali Vijay (2016), Glenn Maxwell (2020), KL Rahul (2018-2024)

- Despite having star players, they struggled to find consistency in performance.

6. **Rajasthan Royals (RR)**:

 - Captain: Shane Warne (2008-2011), Rahul Dravid (2012), Shane Watson (2014), Ajinkya Rahane
(2018-2019), Steve Smith (2020-2021), Sanju Samson (2022-2024)

- Known for their underdog status and nurturing young talent.

7. **Delhi Daredevils/Delhi Capitals (DD/DC)**:

- Captain: Virender Sehwag (2008-2012), Mahela Jayawardene (2013), Kevin Pietersen (2014), Jean-
Paul Duminy (2015), Zaheer Khan (2016-2017), Shreyas Iyer (2018-2022, 2024)

- A team with a mix of youth and experience, often showing glimpses of brilliance.

8. **Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)**:

- Captain: Kumar Sangakkara (2013), Shikhar Dhawan (2013-2014), David Warner (2015-2021, 2023-
2024), Kane Williamson (2018-2022)

- A team with a solid bowling lineup and explosive batsmen, known for their strategic approach.

9. **Gujarat Lions (GL)** (2016-2017):

- Captain: Suresh Raina

- A short-lived franchise, formed as a replacement for Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals
during their suspension.

10. **Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS)** (2016-2017):

- Captain: MS Dhoni

- Another temporary franchise, replacing Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals during their
suspension.

These teams have evolved over the years, with some experiencing name changes and captaincy shifts,
but they've collectively contributed to making the IPL one of the most exciting cricket tournaments
globally.