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IPL 2023: Who Will Win and What Are the Odds?

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may have not announced anything official regarding this year’s Indian Premier Schedule just yet. If no issue arises this year that could impact this year’s tournament, the tournament will likely run from March 25, 2023, to May 28, 2023.

This year’s IPL will be the 16th edition of the tournament, and 10 teams are still expected to compete for the championship. 

While we wait for official announcements regarding the upcoming season, there is already a lot you should know about. This is especially the case if you plan on participating in IPL Betting this year. Keep reading to learn more about the 10 teams competing this season and know which teams are the favorites to win.

Team List and Captaincy

Before the IPL odds and predictions, here are the 10 teams that will be part of the 2023 IPL and their captains:

  • Gujarat Titans: Hardik Pandya
  • Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma
  • Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson
  • Chennai Super Kings: Mahendra Singh Dhoni
  • Punjab Kings: Mayank Agrawal
  • Delhi Capitals: Rishabh Pant
  • Kolkata Knight Riders: Shreyas Iyer
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore: Faf Du Plessis
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad: Kane Williamson 
  • Lucknow Super Giants: KL Rahul

IPL 2023 Auction Updates

Before every season, IPL auction are held where teams get to purchase and complete their lineups. The latest auction happened on December 23, 2022, and there were 76 players sold in the mini auction in total.

Punjab Kings spent the highest for Sam Curran who is now the most expensive player of all time. Next to him is Ben Stokes who will now be playing for Chennai Super Kings.

Here’s the list of all players each team bought including their available and spent purses.

Gujarat Titans

  • Purse Spent: 90.55 cr
  • Purse Available: 4.45 Cr
  • Players: Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Shubman Gill, Mohammed Shami, Shivam Mavi, Joshua Little, Yash Dayal, R Sai Kishore, David Miller, Abhinav Manohar, Matthew Wade, Alzarri Joseph, Kane Williamson, Wriddhiman Saha, Jayant Yadav, Vijay Shankar, Srikar Bharat, Mohit Sharma, Odean Smith, Noor Ahmad, Darshan Nalkande, Urvil Patel, Sai Sudharasan, Pradeep Sangwan

Mumbai Indians

  • Purse Spent: 94.95 CR
  • Purse Available: 0.05 Cr
  • Players: Cameron Green, Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Jasprit Bumrah, Tim David, Suryakumar Yadav, Jofra Archer, Dewald Brevis, Tilak Varma, Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Piyush Chawla, Arjun Tendulkar, Ramandeep Singh, Shams Mulani, Nehal Wadhera, Kumar Kartikeya, Hrithik Shokeen, Akash Madhwal, Arshad Khan, Raghav Goyal, Duan Jansen, Tristan Stubbs, Vishnu Vinod

Rajasthan Royals

  • Purse Spent: 91.65 Cr
  • Purse Available: 3.35 Cr
  • Players: Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler, Prasidh Krishna, Shimron Hetmyer, Trent Boult, Devdutt Padikkal, Yuzvendra Chahal, Jason Holder, R Ashwin, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Navdeep Saini, Adam Zampa, Joe Root, Obed McCoy, Donovan Ferreira, KM Asif, KC Cariappa, Kuldeen Sen, Dhruv Jurel, Kuldip Yadav, Abdul Basith, Kunal Singh Rathore, Murugan Ashwin, Akash Vashisht

Chennai Super Kings

  • Purse Spent: 93.50 Cr
  • Purse Available: 1.50 Cr
  • Players: Ben Stokes, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, MS Dhoni, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Raturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Mitchell Santer, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Prashant Solanki, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Maheesh Theekshana, Nishant Sindhu, Ajinkya Rahane, Dwaine Pretorius, Ajay Mandal, Subhranshu Senapati, Mukesh Choudhary, Simarjeet Singh, Matheesha Pathirana, Bhagath Varma, Shaik Rasheed, Tushar Deshpande

Punjab Kings

  • Purse Spent: 82.80 Cr
  • Purse Available: 12.20 Cr
  • Players: Sam Curran, Liam Livingston, Kagiso Rabada, Shahrukh Khan, Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar, Raj Angad Bawa, Nathan Ellis, Prabhsimran Singh, Rishi Dhawan, Sikandar Raza, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Harpreet Bhatia, Atharva Taide, Vidwath Kaverappa, Shivam Singh, and Jitesh Sharma

Delhi Capitals

  • Purse Spent: 90.55 Cr
  • Purse Available: 4.45 Cr
  • Players: Rishabh Pant, Axar Patel, Prithvi Shaw, Mitchell Marsh, Anrich Northe, David Warner, Mukesh Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Rilee Rossouw, Chetan Sakariya, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Mustafizur Rahman, Kuldeep Yadav, Phil Salt, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Lalit Yadav, Yash Dhull, Ishant Sharma, Lungi Ngidi, Praveen Dubey, Ripal Patel, Aman Khan, Vicky Ostwal, Sarfaraz Khan

Kolkata Knight Riders

  • Purse Spent: 93.35 Cr
  • Purse Available: 1.65 Cr
  • Players: Andre Russell, Shreyas Iyer, Varun Chakravarthy, Shardul Thakur, Lockie Ferguson, Nitish Rana, Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Umesh Yadav, Tim Southee, Shakib Al Hasan, David Wiese, Narayan Jagadeesan, Vaibhav Arora, Rinku Singh, Mandeep Singh, Litton Das, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Anukul Roy, Kulwant Khejroliya, Harshit Rana, and Suyash Sharma

Royal Challengers Bangalore

  • Purse Spent: 93.25 Cr
  • Purse Available: 1.75 Cr
  • Players: Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Harshal Patel, Wanindu Hasaranga de Silva, Josh Hazlewood, Faf du Plessis, Mohammed Siraj, Dinesh Karthik, Anuj Rawat, Will Jacks, Shahbaz Ahmed, David Wiley, Reece Topley, Mahipal Lomror, Finn Allen, Siddarth Kaul, Rajan Kumar, Avinash Singh, Karn Sharma, Suyash Prabhudessai, Sonu Yadav, Manoj Bhandage, Akash Deep, Himanshu Sharma, and Rajat Patidar 

Sunrisers Hyderabad

  • Purse Spent: 88.45 Cr
  • Purse Available: 6.55 Cr
  • Players: Harry Brook, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tripathi, Mayank Agarwal, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, Bhuvbeshwar Kumar, Marco Jansen, Kartik Tyagi, Abdul Samad, Umran Malik, T Natarajan, Vivrant Sharma, Aiden Markram, Adil Rashid, Mayank Dagar, Glenn Philips, Akeal Hosein, Mayank Markande, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Upendra Yadav, Sanvir Singh, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Anmolpreet Singh, Samarth Vyas

Lucknow Super Giants

  • Purse Spent: 91.45 Cr
  • Purse Available: 3.55 Cr
  • Players: KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, Avesh Khan, Krunal Pandya, Mark Wood, Quinton de Kock, Deepak Hooda, Ravi Bishnoi, Krishnappa Gowtham, Daniel Sams, Amit Mishra, Kyle Mayers, Jaydev Unadkat, Romario Shepherd, Naveen-ul-Haq, Yash Thakur, Mohsin Khan, Ayush Badoni, Yudhvir Charak, Karan Sharma, Mayank, Yadav, Swapnil Singh, Mana Vohra, Prerak Mankad

Latest Betting Odds

Here are the latest betting odds for IPL 2023’s Outright Winner based on SkyBet as of January 14, 2023:

  • Gujarat Titans: 11/2
  • Delhi Capitals: 6/1
  • Mumbai Indians: 6/1
  • Lucknow Super Giants: 13/2
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore: 13/2
  • Rajasthan Royals: 7/1
  • Chennai Super Kings: 8/1
  • Punjab Kings: 8/1
  • Kolkata Knight Riders: 10/1
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad: 10/1

Will Gujarat Titans Win Again This Season?

The truth is that it’s still too early to tell whether Gujarat Titans will get a back-to-back IPL championship. However, based on the team’s lineup this season, it seems like GT is serious about getting another win.

GT was able to get the seventh most expensive player this year, Shivam Mavi for 6 Cr. Mavi will surely add variety to the already power-packed team alongside Shami, Rashid Khan, and Alzarri Joseph. Having Irish player Joshua Little also helped strengthen the team with his effective bowling.

Wicketkeepers Bharat and Patel are also a nice addition to the team. 

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India call-up hailed as a game changer by BCCI

BCCI has hailed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s selection in the Indian team as a significant moment for Indian cricket, rewarding the teenager’s outstanding performances in IPL 2026.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has welcomed the selection of teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the Indian team, describing his rapid rise as a major positive development for the future of Indian cricket.

The 15-year-old earned his maiden senior national team call-up after a stunning IPL 2026 campaign that established him as one of the country’s most exciting young talents. His fearless batting and consistent performances throughout the tournament caught the attention of selectors and cricket experts alike.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia praised the youngster’s achievements, noting that exceptional performances are always rewarded. He highlighted that Sooryavanshi’s progress reflects the strength of India’s cricket development system and the opportunities available to emerging players.

Sooryavanshi’s selection comes after a season in which he produced remarkable numbers with the bat and played a crucial role for his franchise. His ability to handle pressure situations and score at a brisk pace made him one of the standout performers of the tournament.

The teenager’s inclusion in the national squad is being viewed as an important step in India’s efforts to build a strong pool of young talent for the future. Cricket observers believe the experience of being part of the senior setup will aid his development and help him adapt to the demands of international cricket.

His rise has generated significant excitement among fans, many of whom have followed his journey from age-group cricket to the IPL and now to the national team. The selection also underlines the growing trend of young players making a rapid transition to the highest level based on outstanding performances in domestic and franchise cricket.

With expectations high, Sooryavanshi will now look to make the most of the opportunity and continue the form that earned him recognition at the national level.

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BCCI plans T20I leadership reset, Shreyas Iyer tipped for captaincy

India’s T20 team could be set for a leadership change, with reports linking Shreyas Iyer to the captaincy role and Tilak Varma to a larger responsibility.

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India’s T20I setup could be heading towards a significant transition, with reports suggesting that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering a change in leadership ahead of upcoming international assignments. Shreyas Iyer has reportedly emerged as the leading candidate to take over the captaincy, while current skipper Suryakumar Yadav’s position in the squad is under scrutiny.

The reported move comes despite India’s successful T20 World Cup campaign under Suryakumar’s leadership. However, selectors are believed to be evaluating long-term plans and future leadership options as the team begins preparations for upcoming global events.

Shreyas Iyer emerges as leading candidate

According to reports, the selectors have identified Shreyas Iyer as a strong contender to guide India’s T20 side in the next phase. The middle-order batter has impressed with his leadership credentials in domestic and franchise cricket and is viewed as a dependable option for the future.

The proposed change is reportedly aimed at building a leadership group capable of carrying India through the next T20 World Cup cycle and other major tournaments.

Tilak Varma in line for bigger role

Young batter Tilak Varma is also understood to be part of the board’s long-term plans. Reports indicate that he is being considered for a senior leadership position, including the possibility of serving as vice-captain in the shortest format.

The management is believed to be keen on nurturing a younger core that can provide continuity over the coming years.

Uncertainty over Suryakumar Yadav’s place

While no official announcement has been made, reports suggest that Suryakumar Yadav could face a difficult period in the national setup. His recent batting performances have reportedly become a point of discussion among selectors despite his contributions as captain.

The uncertainty has intensified following recent squad-related developments, sparking speculation about his future role in India’s T20 plans.

Official confirmation awaited

As of now, the BCCI has not issued any formal statement regarding a captaincy change or squad decisions. The final call is expected to become clear when India’s squad for upcoming T20 assignments is announced.

Until then, the reports remain part of ongoing speculation surrounding India’s evolving T20 strategy and leadership structure.

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King Kohli masterclass seals second consecutive IPL crown for Royal Challengers Bengaluru

A sensational unbeaten 75 from Virat Kohli and a clinical bowling performance guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a historic five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans to retain their tournament crown.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru created history at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday night, successfully defending their Indian Premier League title with a commanding five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans. Spearheaded by an unbeaten, masterclass knock from senior batter Virat Kohli, Bengaluru comfortably tracked down the target to secure their second consecutive league trophy, joining an elite company of teams to accomplish successive tournament victories.

Earlier in the evening, Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and elected to field first. The decision bore immediate fruits as the bowling unit delivered a disciplined performance, stifling Gujarat from the outset. Gujarat skipper Shubman Gill was dismissed early for just 10 runs after giving a catch off Josh Hazlewood’s bowling. His opening partner Sai Sudharsan soon followed, falling to Bhuvneshwar Kumar for 12.

The Gujarat batting lineup struggled to build partnerships against a relentless attack. Jos Buttler managed 19 before being stumped off Krunal Pandya, while Nishant Sindhu contributed a brief 20. It was an unbeaten half-century from Washington Sundar, who capitalized on a dropped catch to smash 50* off 37 deliveries, that single-handedly dragged Gujarat to a competitive total of 155/8 in their allotted 20 overs. For Bengaluru, Rasikh Dar Salam was the pick of the bowlers with impressive figures of 3/27, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/29) and Josh Hazlewood (2/37) kept the pressure high at the other end.

Chasing 156 for glory, Bengaluru got off to a flying start courtesy of Venkatesh Iyer, who took the attack to the bowlers with a rapid 16-ball 32, containing four boundaries and two sixes. However, Gujarat fought back with quick breakthroughs. Kagiso Rabada dismissed Devdutt Padikkal for 1, and premier spinner Rashid Khan triggered a brief panic in the Bengaluru camp by picking up two wickets in four balls, removing skipper Rajat Patidar (15) and Krunal Pandya (1) to reduce the chasing side to 89/4.

Despite the wobble and battling through physical discomfort and cramps, Kohli anchored the innings with absolute authority. He accelerated at the right moments, bringing up the fastest half-century of his tournament career off just 25 deliveries. A late 24-run cameo from Tim David brought the defending champions closer before he fell to Arshad Khan.

Ultimately, Kohli wrapped up the chase in style with two overs to spare, remaining unbeaten on 75 off 42 balls, punctuated by nine boundaries and three sixes. Jitesh Sharma remained alongside him on 11* as Bengaluru finished at 161/5, sparking ecstatic celebrations in the dugout.

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