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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has begun, bringing excitement among fans as teams compete for the coveted trophy. The tournament, which will run until May 2025, promises high-intensity clashes, record-breaking performances, and thrilling finishes. As the competition heats up, cricket pundits and former players have started making predictions on which teams will dominate this season.
Among them, former Australian cricketer and renowned coach Tom Moody has shared his views on the teams that are likely to qualify for the playoffs. His insights have sparked discussions among fans, as they eagerly anticipate how the season unfolds.
Tom Moody picks his top 4 teams for playoffs
Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Moody revealed his top four teams that he believes will make it to the IPL 2025 playoffs. The veteran cricket analyst picked Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru as the frontrunners for the knockout stage.
Mumbai Indians, with their rich history of success, remain a strong contender. Sunrisers Hyderabad, under new leadership, are expected to perform well with their balanced squad. Gujarat Titans, who have impressed in recent seasons, continue to be a formidable side. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, known for their loyal fan base and power-packed batting lineup, have a solid chance of making it to the top four.
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Moody predicts Orange and Purple Cap winners
Apart from his playoff predictions, Moody also shared his picks for the Orange Cap and Purple Cap winners of IPL 2025. He backed Sunrisers Hyderabad’s young batting sensation Abhishek Sharma to finish as the tournament’s leading run-scorer. For the highest wicket-taker, he named Kolkata Knight Riders’ spin wizard Varun Chakravarthy as the likely Purple Cap winner.
As IPL 2025 progresses, fans will be keen to see if Moody’s predictions come true or if there will be surprises along the way. One thing is certain – an action-packed season awaits!
