2008 saw the start of one of the most cash rich cricket leagues in the world in the form of Indian Premier League. 8 teams (Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Daredevils, Hyderabad Deccan Chargers, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Punjab Kings XI, Bangalore Royal Challengers and Rajasthan Royals) fought for a period of 8 weeks and 59 games, where eventually the Rajasthan Royals came on top in a close finish against the Super Kings.
Aussie Spin Wizard, Shane Warne, led the Royals (both as coach and captain) to what was an unexpected triumph in the tournament with a team that had very few recognized names. However, experts believed that it was his captaincy, which influenced the likes of Graeme Smith, Shane Watson, Ravindra Jadeja, Yusuf Pathan, Swapnil Asnodkar, Munaf Patel and Sohail Tanvir, to give their best in the tournament.
Yusuf Pathan got the Man of the Match in both Semi Finals and Finals, whereas for his all-round performance, Shane Watson was selected the Man of the Tournament. Again, Sohail Tanvir got the Purple Cap for being the top wicket taker of the tournament.
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