DLF IPL Final Team Structure

24^th March 2008

The DLF Indian Premier League today announced the final playing squads of all its eight franchises for the much awaited inaugural season slated to kick start on April 18th 2008.

As per the statutory guidelines drawn up by the DLF IPL, each team contains a diverse mix of players from Team India, the victorious Under-19 squad, current Under-22 players, Ranji Trophy players and cricketers from the individual catchment areas of each of the eight franchises. Not to forget the finest international talent from teams like the West Indies, Pakistan, Australia, Bangladesh, South Africa, Sri lanka, New Zealand, Zimbabwe and England.

Lalit Modi, Chairman & Commissioner Indian Premier League said, ‘The finalisation of the playing squads by each of the eight franchises is truly a major milestone for the DLF Indian Premier League. More importantly though the fine balance attained by each squad with a delectable mix of experience and the exuberance of youth makes for some amazing cricketing prospects ahead. I am certain now, more than ever the cricket loving millions across the world will be treated to some truly amazing cricket when the first ball is bowled in the inaugural DLF IPL game at Bangalore.’

DLF Indian Premier Leagues Final Squads