5 ways the IPL has changed the way cricket is played

4. Youth development

Rishabh Pant with Rahul Dravid

One of the best parts of the IPL every season is the list of uncapped players. No longer is the IPL about fans watching their favorite legends take the field. Now, the spotlight is all on the unknown players. Since its inception, the IPL has done a fairly good job of producing young players who have gone on to steal the show over a span of a few years.

This is due to the fact that the IPL provides a platform for young cricketers to showcase their talent and learn from seasoned campaigners. By placing these young players in stressful situations on the field, they are able to further develop their skills.

Only in the IPL can a young player like Rishabh Pant get to share a dressing room with the likes of Rahul Dravid, Gautam Gambhir, and Ricky Ponting.

Apart from sharing the dugout with various superstars of game, the huge exposure that the tournament brings can be considered an added advantage. Every match draws in huge crowds, and playing in these situations can make the younger players more accustomed to such situations. This way, when they have to play in front of large crowds, they won’t feel the pressure.