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IPL fever set to grip fans
MUMBAI: The adventure of VIVO Indian Premier League season 10 is finally going to start today. To be telecast on Sony Pictures Network and streamed online on Hotstar (mobile and internet with a 5-minute delay) in the Indian subcontinent, this is the 10th edition of IPL in which eight teams are participating and the cricket fans will be able to see players of different team playing in their respective teams.
Today, at the beginning of the India’s most popular sporting event, the opening match will be played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket stadium in Hyderabad.
The eight captains of the 2017 VIVO IPL got together in Hyderabad for a formal meet and greet with the IPL match officials. They discussed different aspects of the game and the tournament that will be played over the course of the next 47 days. IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla joined everyone over teleconference and addressed certain issues and doubts.
Later, all captains pledged their allegiance to the Marylebone Cricket Club’s (MCC) Spirit of Cricket campaign by signing the spirit of cricket bat. The skippers, one after another, trooped onto the stage as their names were called by former Indian skipper Ravi Shastri, who conducted this part of the event.
A panel of elite commentators will be behind the microphone in the 2017 edition of the VIVO IPL bringing to life the colour and flavour of the tournament. As many as 20 commentators will be traveling across the country to lend their perspective on the game across 10 different venues. A few additions to the list along with a blend of veterans are bound to give the cricket loving fan a fine view point of the game from the technical and entertainment aspect.
Hand in hand with its breakthrough 10th season, the Indian Premier League is set to re-activate its immensely popular Fan Park initiative for the third consecutive year. As befits the landmark 10th season of the IPL, the latest edition of the Fan Park promises to be bigger and better.
Money generated from TV/media rights sale is divided into two shares. A) IPL share, B) Franchise Share.
A) IPL Share: IPL will get 20% of the media rights money in the first two years of IPL but set to reach 40% by 5th year onwards.
B) Franchise Share: In the two years, 80% of total media rights money will be divided equally among all teams but it will be reduce to 60% by 5th year onwards.
So the biggest source of revenue generation in IPL is “TV media rights sale”. Back in 2008 when Sony signed a record breaking 10 year deal with BCCI for IPL rights they agreed to pay $1.02 billion over the 10-year contract. Sony will be paying 10% of the total agreed amount ($100 million) every year till 2018.
So of $100 million, $60 million is distributed equally among IPL teams every year while $40 million is kept by IPL governing body.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced the fixtures of the League. The schedule has been designed with each team playing 14 matches – 7 of them at home venues.
The season will also witness IPL returning to Indore for the first time since 2011. The final will be played at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium – on Sunday, May 21st, 2017.
VIVO Indian Premier League 2017 fixtures
1st Match – Sun Risers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL T20 2017
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Date- 05/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium |
2nd Match – Rising Pune Supergiants vs Mumbai Indians IPL T20 2017
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Date- 06/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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3rd Match – Gujarat Lions vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL T20 2017
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Date- 07/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium |
4th Match – Kings XI Punjab vs Rising Pune Supergiants IPL T20 2017
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Date- 08/04/2017 Time – 16:00(Local) |
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Venue Holkar Cricket Stadium |
5th Match – Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Delhi Daredevils IPL T20 2017
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Date- 08/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
6th Match – Sun Risers Hyderabad vs Gujarat Lions IPL T20 2017
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Date- 09/04/2017 Time – 16:00(Local) |
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Venue Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium |
7th Match – Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL T20 2017
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Date- 09/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Wankhede Stadium |
8th Match – Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL T20 2017
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Date- 10/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Holkar Cricket Stadium |
9th Match – Rising Pune Supergiants vs Delhi Daredevils IPL T20 2017
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Date- 11/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium |
10th Match – Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL T20 2017
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Date- 12/04/2017 Time – 20:00(Local) |
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Venue Wankhede Stadium |
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
