Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is scheduled to start from March 22, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the opener clash of the tournament at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star Suresh Raina said that the tournament reaches new heights every year.
Raina also believes that IPL performance plays a crucial role in making India's debut. He also lauded talents like Tilak Varma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rinku Singh and said that he is a fan of them.
"We have seen so many players nurture their talent and transition to the international arena. India has won the World Cup, the Champions Trophy, the T20 World Cup, and we have witnessed young players grow into captains. Look at Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and so many fast bowlers who emerged from the league," Raina said.
Raina who is known as Mr IPL reckons that if a cricketer scores 500 runs in a season then they can represent India. He also said that every IPL season is an opportunity to evolve.
"Today, we have an exciting new generation of cricketers. I am a big fan of Tilak Varma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rinku Singh. We also have a new captain in Axar Patel. The most important thing for young players is to stay present, focus on their game, and be consistent. If you score 500 runs in a season, you can represent your country. Every IPL season is an opportunity to evolve, become more fearless, and improve your technique and attitude. That is what IPL is all about--stepping up on big occasions and continuously raising your game," he added.
The upcoming IPL season will be the 18th edition of the tournament which will witness 74 matches in 13 cities in two months.