The dynamic world of the Indian Premier League has always been ruled by different players, and enthusiastic fans are always eager to know about the Godfather of IPL. For a league that has constantly grown over the course of the last 18 years, considering one single player as the Godfather can be a little bit difficult; however, there are different maestros who have displayed excellent cricketing skills in various fields.
The search to look for these players who can be considered the Baap of IPL goes beyond simple skills, as it is also very important to understand the way they impact a game and overall the league. This article will mention the players who are the reigning kings of their fields in the IPL.
VIRAT KOHLI: The Batting King of IPL
There is no doubt in the fact that former Indian captain, Virat Kohli, is the player who can be considered the batting king of the league. Showing unparalleled consistency over the 18 seasons of the league, he has created number records. Having more than 237 matches to his name in the league, he has accumulated more than 7000 runs and his phenomenal run in the 2016 edition allowed him to create a record that is still standing.
YUZVENDRA CHAHAL: The Bowling King of IPL
Another God of IPL title falls on the heads of Yuzvendra Chahal, who has always confused batters with his excellent spin skills. Chahal has not only recorded his name in the history books of the league, but he has also definitely established himself as the top bowler in the league, as the highest wicket-taker. He started his IPL journey in 2013 with the Mumbai Indians; however, it was with the Royal Challengers Bangalore that his ability was truly showcased to the world.
MS DHONI: The Ultimate Captain
The Captain Cool, as he is affectionately known, MS Dhoni has not just left a lasting mark on his team, but the entirety of the league. He started his journey in the first season of the league with Chennai Super Kings and has continued to play wth them for the last 18 years of the league. Over these past years, he has led CSK to the highest glory five times; however, his records as the captain of Chennai Super Kings have turned CSK into one of the most famous and indestructible teams in the league.
There have been many players who have played the league in the past 18 years, but it is the impact of these players that they can be regarded as the kings of the league.
