Overview
- Hardik Pandya faces a one-match suspension for slow over-rate violations in IPL 2024, with Suryakumar Yadav set to lead Mumbai Indians in their season opener on March 23, 2025.
- Jasprit Bumrah's return remains uncertain as he continues rehabilitation from a back injury, impacting Mumbai Indians' bowling strength early in the season.
- Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter the tournament with new leadership, appointing Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar as captains, respectively.
- MS Dhoni, at 43, continues to play for Chennai Super Kings, with speculation surrounding his potential retirement after this season.
- The Rajasthan Royals could make history with the debut of 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who would become the youngest player in IPL history.