IPL 2023 Rewind: How Changes Redefined Dynamics Of The T20 Tournament

The auctions for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 are on the horizon. IPL 2023 was one of the most able memorable season in the history of the tournament. From Rinku Singh's master-class to Chennai Super Kings' epic last-ball title win, IPL 2023 gave us a lot of memories to cherish. While the teams jostle to find their best squad and create a winning combination for the upcoming season, we look back at what transpired in the IPL 2023 season.

CSK join MI in the five-star company

The IPL 2023 was a season of many firsts which culminated with a one-of-a-kind chaotic final. The final, to be played on May 28, got pushed to the reserve day due to incessant rains. The match was again interrupted on May 29 and the final stretched into the wee hours of May 30 with Jadeja hitting a six followed by a winning four at 1:35 AM. Earlier, Gujarat Titans posted 214/4 - the highest total in an IPL final but Chennai Super Kings still emerged as the IPL champions, winning their fifth title to match Mumbai Indians.

The then defending champions Gujarat Titans had topped the standings in the league stages with 20 points. Chennai Super Kings came second with 17 points but defeated GT in the play-offs for a direct place in the final. Mumbai Indians came third with 16 points and defeated fourth-placed Lucknow Super Giants in the Eliminator before losing out to Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2.

Rajasthan Royals (14 points), Royal Challengers Bangalore (14 points), Kolkata Knight Riders (12 points), Punjab Kings (12 points), Delhi Capitals (10 points), Sunrisers Hyderabad (8 points) took up the remaining six spots.

Top Performers in IPL 2023

Shubman Gill's sensational batting at the top stunned the opposition bowling as he ended the IPL as the