In short, auction plays a major part but no one can predict if the players can step up under pressure situations. Some do, and many fail. Playing under lights and against international cricketers ...

The 18th edition of the IPL 2025 gets underway on March 22, with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosting Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.