The grand opening of DLF Indian Premier League enthralled the audiences today at the YMCA College of Physical Education, Chennai. The evening started at 7.30 pm with fans cheering loud for some of the leading international celebrities. Some of the big names included Amitabh Bachchan, American sensation Katy Perry, Priyanka Chopra, Prabhu Deva, Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor.

The evening started with Amitabh Bachchan’s poem “If I were to be born again” written by Prasoon Joshi and dance choreographed by Shiamak Davar.

Soon after that, South African band and Colonial Cousins entertained the crowd with their performance.

Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra then danced on the tunes of “Aaj ki raat” and “Dhantanaa” and even urged Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh to dance with her. The crowd applauded the dance of Priyanka and Harbhajan and it was a perfect stage for India’s dancing sensation Prabhu Deva to burn the dance floor. He danced on famous songs from Wanted and Hum Se Hai Muqabla.

Kareena Kapoor then gave a dazzling performance on Chamak Challo and entire YMCA ground applauded her sensational performance.

Ravi Shastri welcomes the captains of the 9 IPL teams – Rahul Dravid (Rajasthan Royals), Gautam Gambhir (Kolkata Knight Riders), Sourav Ganguly (Pune Warriors), Adam Gilchrist (Kings XI Punjab), Virender Sehwag (Delhi Daredevils), Harbhajan Singh (Mumbai Indians), Cameron White (vice-captain), Daniel Vettori (Captain), Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings).- BCCI president N. Srinivasan wishes all teams and says “May the best team win.”

After that Salman Khan entered and danced on various songs like Aaya re aaya bodyguard ,Teri meri prem kahani, O…O! Jane Jana, hud hud Dabang Dabang Oh my partner, and Dhinka Chika.

Katy Perry the American sensation then ended the IPL Opening Night by singing “Teenage Dream”.

A perfect end to the perfect Cricket League. Now don’t forget to watch the matches live on Set Max and live scorecards here on iplcricketlive.com

The Indian Premier League 2012 started with big names from the entertainment industry performing live at the YMCA College of Physical Education Chennai.

Place and Date for DLF IPL Opening Ceremony
Date – 3rd April 2012
Venue – YMCA College of Physical Education,Nandanam, Chennai
Time:7:30 pm

Performers IPL Opening Ceremony 2012
1. Katy Perry
2. Amitabh Bachchan
3. Salman Khan
4. Kareena Kapoor
5. Priyanka Chopra
6. Prabhu Deva
7. Colonial Cousins

You can watch the opening ceremony live here
http://ipl.indiatimes.com/watch-ipl-online/

or

http://www.youtube.com/user/indiatimes

Ticket Prices:
Silver: 1500 Rupees
Gold: 3000 Rupees
Diamond: 5000 Rupees
Platinum: 8000 Rupees

The much awaited DLF Indian Premier League will start today with Kat Perry and Bollywood stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra performing for the opening ceremony. If you have not got the ticket to watch it live from ground, here is the list of broadcasters so that you can also enjoy it from your home.

TV Broadcasters of DLF IPL 2012

You can also watch DLF IPL 2012 on Internet.
Indiatimes once again will be streaming the matches on internet. You can watch IPL Cricket Online here at
http://ipl.indiatimes.com
or
http://www.youtube.com/indiatimes

You can also watch DLF IPL 2012 on Mobile.
In India, you can watch the matches with 5 minute delay via via Apalya, Avani TV and iPad app.

In Middle East, live feed across local telecom operators in UAE, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

Sachin Tendulkar who was the captain of Mumbai Indians have now decided to quit captaincy an hand it over to Harbhajan Singh. A press release by Mumbai Indians stated, “Sachin Tendulkar in discussion with the management of Mumbai Indians has decided to hand over the responsibilities of captaining Mumbai Indians in Season V of the Indian Premier League to ace off spinner Harbhajan Singh.”

Tendulkar further stated, “I was touched by the graciousness and wholehearted support they offered me while emphasising that they would accept any decision which helps me to continue enjoying the game. Harbhajan will have my wholehearted support as the senior most player in the team.”

Harbhajan Singh after being named captain said, “Sachin paaji spoke to me about his decision of wanting me to take over the responsibility of the team. It is huge honour and I thank Paaji and Nita Bhabhi for the faith reposed in my abilities”.

IPL – Twenty20 cricket which changed the way people used to see cricket is all set to entertain the cricket crazy nation. With just hours remaining for the opening ceremony, big bollywood names and other celebrities are all set to enthrall the audiences

The money making machine of BCCI, IPL will be hosted by legendary Amitabh Bachchan and performances of American pop star Katy Perry, Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor, Prabhudeva and Salman Khan will entertain the crowd. The glittering opening ceremony will take place on April 3, 2012 at the YMCA College of Physical Education Nandanam, Chennai.

The cricket fever is gripping the nation again and starting 4th April, Chennai Super Kings will take on Mumbai Indians and kick start 54 days of high packed action. A total of 9 teams will play 76 matches at 12 different venues all across India.