Finally it's time for the cricket to do the talking and all the off-field activities to recede into the background. Starting with the auction, the IPL has been in the news, but now it will be spoken about for the cricket, because eventually that's what it's all about.
Personally, I am very happy to be part of the birth of a new concept, and it will be interesting to see how the crowds take to it. Indians are used to supporting Indians and it will be a tricky situation for them to get used to their city loyalties.
I cannot imagine the Chepauk Stadium erupting in joy if Sachin Tendulkar is dismissed by Muralitharan.
As a cricketer, it will be interesting to watch the crowds and their reactions to this new format.
When I look across at all teams, it's clear that the first few matches are going to be very important, because some of the international stars will be leaving by May.
For instance we will be losing both Matthew Hayden and Michael Hussey in May, and most of the other teams with New Zealanders and Australians will be facing a similar situation. In such a situation, sides that get off the starting blocks with a couple of wins will have an edge even after some of their key players leave.
Among all these entries and exits of foreign stars, the performance of the domestic players, the under-19 boys and the Indians internationals in the fray is going to be a deciding factor. The team that has a large number of these guys in good form will prosper because they are going to be there from start to finish
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