IPL founder Lalit Modi has expressed his satisfaction with how the IPL has evolved over the years. He said the league has moved beyond its early building phase. It is now becoming more team focused rather than revolving around star players.
Lalit Modi reacted to a social media post that highlighted a shift in fan behaviour this season. He agreed that the buzz is now more about teams as a whole. Fans seem to be showing loyalty towards franchises instead of individuals.
Taking to social media, Lalit Modi said this transition was expected over time. He noted that the IPL initially depended on star players to build loyalty. However, the focus is now shifting towards teams, which he called a major change.
He described this transformation as a significant milestone for the league. According to him, it is encouraging to see this change happen within 18 years. He believes this shift marks a new phase in IPL’s growth.
In recent years, there has been a visible decline in the star driven culture of the league. Team dynamics and collective performances are gaining more importance. This change is gradually redefining how fans engage with the IPL.
Rohit being removed from MI’s captaincy is seen as a turning point by many observers. It signalled a shift in how teams operate beyond individual stardom. The focus is now more on overall team balance and strategy.
Rohit, Dhoni, and Kohli are now viewed more as team members rather than central figures. Their presence remains important, but not dominant. This reflects the growing maturity in how fans perceive the game.
With Dhoni not playing in the early phase of this season, the shift has become even clearer. CSK fans are slowly adapting to a team first approach. This was something rarely seen in previous seasons.
The reality is that no player can continue indefinitely in the league. Fans are gradually understanding the need to support teams beyond individual stars. This ensures continuity even after their favourite players retire.
