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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to begin on March 22, and the excitement among cricket fans is at an all-time high. The IPL has always been a spectacle, bringing together the best cricketers from around the world, intense rivalries, and breathtaking performances. With new strategies, fresh team combinations, and high-profile coaching appointments, this season promises to be another blockbuster.
All ten franchises have worked tirelessly to strengthen their squads during the auction, adding star players and making tactical changes. As the tournament approaches, cricket pundits, former players, and fans are actively debating which teams have the best chances to go all the way.
Predictions begin as IPL 2025 approaches
As is the tradition before every IPL season, cricket experts have started sharing their predictions about the top-performing teams, key players, and possible title contenders. Given the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, making such forecasts is always a challenge, but that has not stopped former cricketers from picking their favorites.
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Adam Gilchrist names his top four and a potential winner
Among the cricketing greats weighing in on IPL 2025, former Australian wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist has made his picks for the semifinalists and a potential winner. The three-time IPL champion has selected Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans as his top four teams for the season.
“Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans,” Gilchrist confidently stated when asked about his semifinal predictions.
The legendary cricketer showed strong faith in Punjab Kings, citing their well-balanced squad and the influence of Australian cricketing minds in the franchise.
“Punjab Kings! Got a few Aussies there. Got an Aussie leading at Ricky Ponting and a terrific captain (Shreyas Iyer) who loves the coach,” Gilchrist added.
