The IPL is the world’s biggest T20 league at the moment. With the addition of two new franchises, the competition has become bigger than ever. Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants made their debuts in IPL 2022. Both teams made it to the playoffs, and GT captain Hardik Pandya led his team to the trophy.
In a recent interview with Cricbuzz, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah confirmed that IPL has no plans of expansion for now, but they may consider in future depending on certain factors. In this listicle now, we will look at the five cities that could get an IPL franchise if there is an expansion.
1. Ranchi could get an IPL team
MS Dhoni’s hometown Ranchi has hosted matches in the Indian Premier League as an adopted home venue. Fans have turned up in large numbers at the JSCA Stadium, which is why Ranchi could be a contender in future.
2. Cuttack could get an IPL franchise
Recently, thousands of fans turned up at the Barabati Stadium just to watch the practice session of Team India. It shows the craze of cricket among fans in Cuttack. So even Cuttack could be in the race.
3. Thiruvananthapuram can get an IPL team
Kerala is home to many cricket fans, and with Greenfield International Stadium having brilliant facilities, the potential owners could think of having Thiruvananthapuram as their base.
4. Guwahati
Guwahati’s Barsapara Stadium is also a very beautiful venue. The stadium has hosted international matches, and if a team comes up from that region, it will get a lot of support from the fans in the North East.
5. Indore
Indore’s Holkar Stadium has been one of the best cricket venues in India. Many IPL matches have happened at that venue, and given the rise of Madhya Pradesh cricketers, in some years, fans may see a team from Indore in the league.
