The Indian Premier League (IPL), according to England wicketkeeper-batsman Sam Billings, is the world’s largest domestic event. The 15th season of the IPL will begin in less than a week on March 26. (Saturday).
Because of the presence of great international players, the cash-rich league has attracted not just Indian fans but also a worldwide audience. According to BCCI secretary Jay Shah on October 1 last year, the first phase of IPL 2021 (April 9-May 4) attracted 380 million television viewers.
It’s a joy for players to participate in the IPL: Billings, Sam
Billings, who has previously played in the IPL for the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), will join the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) this season after the organisation paid INR 2 crore for him.
The Kent player praised the IPL, saying that players desire to visit India because of the positive environment generated by the ardent spectators.
“Sam Hai Taiyaar, Sam Hai Taiyaar, Sam Hai Taiyaar, Sam Hai KKR Hai Taiyaar, KKR Hai Taiyaar, KKR Hai Taiya The IPL, in my opinion, is the world’s largest domestic event. You don’t need to say anything further at this point. In a video posted on KKR’s social media accounts, Billings stated, “It’s my sixth year and I truly enjoy playing over here in India.”
“I believe the fan support elevates it to a level unmatched by any other sport in the world.” You have almost 1.2 billion people. Cricket is a sport that everyone enjoys. As a result, it’s a delight for gamers to come here and play. It’s a privilege to be able to play here,” he continued.
IPL 2022: KKR’s Sam Billings might be the man behind the stumps.
Billings has 334 runs at a strike rate of 133.6 in 19 IPL innings, and the England star is expected to maintain wickets for the two-time IPL winners this season.
Sheldon Jackson, a member of the Saurashtra franchise, is another option for the club’s roster. On March 26, KKR will face CSK, the reigning champions, at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.