The Indian Premier League (IPL) has us all glaring at our TV screens. If you are a cricket fan, you might be well aware of all the rules that go into playing the shortest form of a cricket match; the Twenty20. What makes Twenty20 matches particularly interesting is that it needs a certain amount of dedication in gaining more runs in less time, which is similar to our financial motives in life. If financial explanations bore or confuse you, here are a few IPL match references that you can relate to in planning your investments. Powerplay In the first 6 overs of a Twenty20 match, only 2 fielders are allowed outside the 30 yard circle. This is mandatory. It allows the batting team to make the most runs in the initial period of the match. How you can apply this to your investments? The key to higher gains is early investment. Do not procrastinate savings or investment intentions, it will only reduce your wealth for the future years. This way by the time you retire you...
Some interesting facts about IPL: Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the only player to Captain his team in all the editions of the tournament. Except 2017. Opening Games of IPL always featured Mumbai Indians or Kolkata Knight Riders or both. Except 2017. Sachin Tendulkar was the first Indian player to win Orange cap & other two are Robin Uthappa, 2014 Virat Kohli, 2016. Gayle and Warner are the only Players to win 2 Orange Caps in IPL. Virat Kohli hold the record for most number of runs in a single edition – 973 Runs. Virat Kohli is only player to have 4 centuries in single edition, 2016. CSK has been a part of 6 Finals, most by any Team in IPL. (2008,2010,2011,2012,2013,2015). Rohit Sharma is only player who has lifted 4 times IPL trophy. Delhi Daredevils is the only Team to NOT reach the IPL Final at least once. (Team having 4 year of experience in IPL). Chris Gayle has scored 5 Centuries in IPL, most by any player. Out of 13 teams which took part in IPL, 6 different te...