For only the second time in the IPL and the first time in 11 years, a total of 10 teams will compete for the ultimate glory. Joining Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kolkata Knight Riders,see more Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, are debutants Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans, led by KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya respectively. All 10 franchises were involved in back-and-forth bidding wars during the IPL 2023 mega auction in February and each unit would be hoping that it all comes to fruition.