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The Tumultuous Financial Landscape of the IPL
This chapter explores the intricate contractual disputes and financial negotiations surrounding the Indian Premier League (IPL), particularly focusing on Sony's exclusivity agreements and the significant renegotiations that followed. It highlights the challenges faced by franchises, issues of corruption, and the subsequent fallout, including the expulsion of key figures and a Supreme Court intervention that redefined the league's governance. Moreover, it discusses the transformation of the IPL into a professional organization, showcasing its implications for foreign investment and its symbolic representation of India's economic growth.