Indian Premier League (IPL)

TOPIC: INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE

MBA BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

FUNDAMENTALS IN BUSINESS

ANALYTICS AND AI

PROF. MEERAH KARUNANITHI

ROHAN BABASAHEB GUJAR

Matriculation No: 71493632

Berlin, Deutschland. 20.01.2025

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Abstract

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of the Indian Premier League (IPL) using datasets
sourced from Kaggle and processed in Excel. The study examines trends such as team performance,
toss decisions, venue preferences and standout players over multiple seasons. By leveraging advanced
data visualization and statistical techniques, this research uncovers critical patterns that influence
match outcomes and strategic decisions. Additionally, it explores franchise performances, player
consistency and tactical adaptations that teams employ throughout the tournament. The findings aim to
provide actionable insights for teams, analysts and stakeholders to refine their approaches for
upcoming IPL seasons.

Furthermore, this report delves into the impact of external factors such as weather conditions, pitch
behaviour and player injuries, which influence match outcomes. Using extensive historical data, it
identifies key trends that govern team performances under various conditions. The study also analyses
batting and bowling strategies, understanding their significance in different formats and situations. By
exploring various statistical models, it evaluates player efficiency and suggests predictive insights for
future games.

Additionally, the research extends into economic and commercial aspects, investigating revenue
generation, sponsorship trends, and audience engagement across different platforms. The role of
technology, including Decision Review System (DRS) and data analytics, is assessed to understand its
contribution to the evolution of IPL strategies. The study also highlights the social impact of the IPL,
including its role in talent development, regional representation, and community engagement.

By integrating a multi-faceted approach combining performance metrics, economic insights, and

technological advancements, this report provides a holistic view of the IPL. These findings serve as a
foundation for future research, helping teams, investors, and policymakers shape the future of
cricketing tournaments while maximizing strategic and financial gains.
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………2
o Background…………………………………………………………………..2
o Problem Discussion………………………………………………………….2
o Objectives…………………………………………………………………….3
o Scope and Limitations………………………………………………………..3
2. Research Methodology……………………………………………………………...3
o Data Collection……………………………………………………………….3
o Data Methods…………………………………………………………………4
o Research Approach…………………………………………………………...5
3. Results………………………………………………………………………………..6
4. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………13
5. Discussion…………………………………………………………………………….14

6. Appendices……………………………………………………………………………15
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Table of Figures
Figure No. Title Page No.
Figure 1 Matches Win by Team (Bat First vs. Field First) 06
Figure 2 Toss Decision Based Winning Percentage 07
Figure 3 Top 10 Venues Based on Toss Choice 08
Figure 4 Top 10 Man of the Match (MOM) Award Winners 09
Figure 5 Title Winners (Franchise Performance) 10
Figure 6 Total Matches Played per Venue 11
Figure 7 Most Wins Per City 12
Figure 8 Toss Decisions at Different Venues 13
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1. Introduction

1.1 Background

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of the Indian Premier League (IPL) based on a year-
on-year study, utilizing extensive datasets and statistical techniques. The study highlights key
trends such as team performances, toss decisions, venue preferences, and standout players through
advanced data visualization techniques. The research delves into match outcomes, which are
influenced by multiple factors including batting choices, fielding performance, toss success rates,
and team stability over multiple seasons. Additionally, the study evaluates franchise efficiency,
player impact, and emerging strategies that contribute to team success.

Furthermore, this analysis investigates factors beyond basic match statistics, such as external
conditions like pitch behavior, weather variations, and the impact of home advantage on
performance. By integrating various predictive models, it assesses player consistency and team
adaptability in different match scenarios.

The study also explores financial and commercial aspects of the IPL, assessing revenue
generation, sponsorship trends, and audience engagement across digital and traditional media
platforms. The increasing role of technology in cricket, including the impact of Decision Review
System (DRS) and real-time analytics, is also examined to understand its influence on team
strategies and decision-making.

Overall, this research aims to provide actionable insights for teams, analysts, and stakeholders to
refine their approaches for future IPL seasons. By leveraging a combination of historical data,
technological advancements, and strategic evaluations, this study serves as a valuable resource in
optimizing performance and maximizing competitive success within the IPL ecosystem.

1.2 Problem Discussion

The problem under investigation is the strategic importance of toss decisions in IPL matches. Toss
outcomes significantly impact match results, as teams base their game plans on whether they bat
or field first. The study identifies a strong trend where approximately 80% of teams prefer fielding
first after winning the toss, given the statistical advantage of chasing. This preference stems from
the predictability of a target score, allowing teams to strategize their batting approach more
effectively.

Further analysis reveals that teams batting first tend to struggle with setting a competitive target,
particularly in high-pressure situations. Variability in pitch conditions, due factors such as dew,
further affects the effectiveness of bowlers in the second innings. This leads to a fundamental
question: should teams reconsider their approach and refine their batting-first strategies?

Another dimension of this problem is venue-specific trends. Certain stadiums consistently favor
teams batting first due to pitch behavior, while others provide an advantage to teams chasing.
Understanding these patterns can help franchises optimize their decision-making processes.
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This research aims to bridge the gap between existing statistical data and practical strategic
applications in IPL matches, helping teams enhance their performance through more data-driven
decision-making. The toss plays a crucial role in match outcomes. The analysis finds:

 80% of teams prefer fielding first after winning the toss.

 Teams opting to bat first have a lower win percentage compared to those who field first.
 This highlights a strategic preference for chasing rather than setting a target.

1.3 Objectives

 To analyze performance breakdowns by batting and fielding first.

 To assess the impact of toss decisions on match outcomes.
 To identify top-performing players and franchises.
 To provide strategic insights for IPL teams and analysts.
 To evaluate the economic and technological influence of the IPL on the cricketing world.
 To explore sponsorship patterns and audience engagement trends.
 To understand the role of emerging technologies like AI and real-time analytics in
influencing match outcomes.
 To assess the impact of IPL on regional cricket development and talent scouting.

1.4 Scope and Limitations

This study relies on extensive IPL data, emphasizing statistical trends and historical performance
metrics. It examines historical records to identify patterns in match outcomes, player performance,
and team strategies. However, the analysis does not incorporate real-time player conditions,
sudden tactical changes, injuries, or external factors such as weather and pitch variations, which
can significantly impact match results. These limitations mean that while historical trends provide
useful insights, they should be complemented by real-time analytics for more accurate decision-
making. Future research could integrate real-time predictive modeling to refine strategic
approaches further, allowing for more dynamic and adaptive team management.

2. Research Methodology

Data has been gathered from IPL match records, player statistics, and team performances across
multiple seasons. The dataset, sourced from official IPL databases and Kaggle, encompasses
player efficiency metrics, game-by-game performance, and team strategies. Advanced statistical
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tools and Excel-based data visualization techniques have been utilized to ensure accuracy and
comprehensive analysis.

2.1 Data Methods

 Visualization Techniques:

The study utilizes bar charts to compare team performances, pie charts to illustrate win
percentage distributions, and tree maps to showcase franchise success over multiple
seasons. These techniques provide clear and concise representations of key performance
indicators, enabling stakeholders to identify patterns and trends efficiently.

 Comparative Analysis:

This study examines year-on-year team performances and toss decisions to identify
patterns in winning strategies, consistency, and adaptability. By analyzing historical data, it
evaluates how teams improve, the impact of toss choices on outcomes, and how franchises
adapt to changing conditions. Insights aid in refining match strategies.

 Statistical Metrics:

This study evaluates win percentages to determine team efficiency, player rankings to
identify standout performers, and match impact analysis to assess key moments
influencing outcomes. These metrics provide insights into team consistency, player
contributions, and game-changing events, helping teams and analysts optimize future
strategies.

 Quantitive Methods:

I usually perform some statistical analyses to spot any trends or discrepancies between
things like budget versus forecast or actual figures versus the budget. Calculating
cumulative totals is helpful too for seeing how we're progressing over time.
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2.2 Research Methodology

Descriptive analytics - comparing actual results, budgets, and predictions. . Doing some
comparative analysis between places like Europe, the US and Latin America can show
interesting differences in performance metrics too. Same goes for looking at things like
admin versus infrastructure budgets and spends.

When you explore why budgets or forecasts don't line up with actual expenses or
earnings, sometimes you find interesting patterns. There might be correlations between
how money gets allocated and what financial outcomes happen and

insights from these data trends and discrepancies should inform better decision making
moving forward. Maybe recommendations can improve how budgets get made and
resources get used over time. Following this kind of structured analytics approach pulls
together reliable data in ways that lead to concrete next steps.
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RESULTS
The analysis done using the Excel dashboard and the excel reports gives us a good look
at how the budgeting, predicting, and actual line up. The collected data aims to provide
insights into calculating actual amounts, the total budgets and forecast.

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Figure 1: Performance Breakdown by Batting and Fielding First

Figure 1 shows This bar chart illustrates IPL team performances

based on wins while batting first or fielding first. Mumbai Indians
(MI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and Rajasthan Royals (RR) excel in
chasing, securing more wins when fielding first. Chennai Super
Kings (CSK) shows a balanced approach, winning both
ways. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) perform well
defending totals. Newer or defunct teams like Gujarat Titans (GT)
and Kochi Tuskers Kerala (KTK) have fewer wins. The chart highlights
the preference for chasing in IPL, with franchises refining
strategies around toss outcomes, finishing abilities, and
bowling adaptability for success.
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Toss Decision based winning

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Figure 2: Impact of Toss Decision on Winning %

Figure 2 This donut chart represents the impact of toss decisions

on winning percentages in IPL matches. It highlights that 64% of
matches were won by teams that chose to field first , while only 36% were won
by teams that batted first. This trend aligns with the common
strategy in T20 cricket, where teams prefer chasing due to
better predictability of required runs and potential dew
conditions affecting bowlers in the second innings. The data
suggests that fielding first provides a significant advantage,
allowing teams to adapt their batting approach based on the
target set by the opposition.
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Top 10 venues based on toss choice

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W an k h ed e S t ad i u m , Mu m b ai 8 37

D u b a i I n t e r n a ti o n a l C r i c k e t S t a d i u m 19 27

Saw ai Man si n gh St ad i u m 19 28

MA C h i d am b ar am St ad i u m , C h ep au k 34 14

R a j i v G a n d h i I n t e r n a ti o n a l S t a d i u m , U p p a l 23 26

Fer o z Sh ah K o t l a 26 34

M C h i n n asw am y St ad i u m 8 57

W an k h ed e S t ad i u m 22 51

Ed en G ar d en s 28 49

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Figure 3 Top 10 Venues Based on Toss Choice

Figure 3 This bar chart showcases the top 10 IPL venues based on
toss choices, highlighting the number of times teams opted to
bat (blue) or field (red). The data indicates a strong preference
for fielding first at most venues, particularly at M. Chinnaswamy
Stadium (57 field choices) and Wankhede Stadium (51 field choices). Some
venues, like MA Chidambaram Stadium (34 bat choices, 14 field choices),
favor batting first. These trends suggest that factors like pitch
conditions, dew, and chasing advantages influence teams'
decisions, helping franchises refine match strategies for
specific venues.
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Top 10 MOM Award Winners

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Figure 4 Most Man of the Match Winners

Figure 4 This bar chart displays the Top 10 Man of the Match (MOM)
Award Winners in IPL history. AB de Villiers leads with 25 awards,
followed by Chris Gayle (22) and Rohit Sharma (19).
Other notable
players include Virat Kohli, David Warner, and MS Dhoni , all with
significant contributions. The chart highlights the consistency
of these players in delivering match-winning performances
across multiple seasons. Players like Ravindra Jadeja, Yusuf Pathan,
Shane Watson, and Sunil Narine have also had a strong impact in
crucial matches, showcasing their all-round capabilities in both
batting and bowling roles.
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Figure 5 Franchise Performance Over the Years

Figure 5 This treemap visualizes IPL title winners, showing the

dominance of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI), the
most successful franchises. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) also holds a
significant share, followed by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Gujarat Titans
(GT), Rajasthan Royals (RR), and Deccan Chargers (DC) . The chart
represents the number of titles won by each team, with larger
sections indicating multiple championships. The visualization
highlights the competitive landscape of the IPL, emphasizing
the sustained success of certain franchises while showcasing
newer teams like Gujarat Titans making an impact in recent
seasons.
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Total

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This bar chart represents the total number of IPL matches played at
various stadiums. Eden Gardens (77 matches) and Wankhede Stadium (73
matches) have hosted the highest number of games, highlighting their
significance as key cricketing venues. Other prominent stadiums
include M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (65), Feroz Shah Kotla (60), and MA Chidambaram
Stadium (48). Venues like Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali (35) have
hosted fewer matches. The distribution of matches across these
venues underscores their importance in IPL history, with high-profile
locations hosting the majority of games, contributing to the
tournament’s competitive balance and regional outreach.
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Most Win per City

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This bar chart displays the most wins per city in IPL
history. Mumbai leads with 173 wins, followed by Kolkata (93), Delhi (90), and
Chennai (85). Other key cities like Hyderabad (77), Bangalore (65), and Chandigarh
(61) have also hosted successful teams. The chart highlights Mumbai's
dominance as a key IPL venue, likely due to the strong home
performances of Mumbai Indians (MI). Cities like Pune, Jaipur, and Abu
Dhabi have hosted fewer matches, reflecting their secondary role in
IPL tournaments. The data showcases how venue-based factors
impact team success and overall match outcomes.

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This stacked bar chart illustrates the toss-based decision trends at

various IPL venues, showing wins when teams opted to bat (blue) or field
(orange) first. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (57 field wins, 8 bat wins) and Wankhede
Stadium (51 field wins, 22 bat wins) show a strong preference for chasing.
Conversely, MA Chidambaram Stadium (34 bat wins, 14 field wins) favors batting
first. The chart highlights how venue conditions, such as pitch
behavior and dew, influence toss decisions, with most teams opting
to field first for a higher success rate in chasing targets.

CONCLUSION

The analysis of IPL performance metrics reveals key insights into team strategies, match
outcomes, and venue-based trends. The data shows a clear preference for fielding first, as
indicated by the toss decision impact graph, where 64% of teams choosing to field have won
matches. This aligns with the historical trend of teams preferring to chase targets due to factors
like dew and pitch behavior in the second innings.

The venue-based analysis highlights that M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Wankhede Stadium, and
Eden Gardens have hosted the most matches and show a significant preference for fielding first.
In contrast, venues like MA Chidambaram Stadium have shown more balanced success between
batting and fielding first.

Team performance analysis shows that Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings
(CSK) are the most successful franchises, with Mumbai leading in total wins by a large margin.
The Man of the Match (MOM) awards analysisindicates that AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and
Rohit Sharma are among the most impactful players in IPL history. Their consistent
performances have significantly contributed to their respective teams' success.

The title winners’ visualization demonstrates the dominance of MI and CSK, with significant
contributions from Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans in
recent years. These findings emphasize the role of venue conditions, toss strategies, and individual
performances in shaping IPL outcomes.

Overall, this data-driven analysis provides valuable insights for teams, analysts, and stakeholders
to refine their strategies, optimize squad selections, and improve in-game decision-making,
ultimately enhancing their chances of success in future IPL seasons. This analysis provides an in-
depth understanding of IPL performance trends. The insights gained from the study enable teams
and analysts to refine strategies based on historical data. By leveraging these findings, franchises
can enhance decision-making, optimize game plans, and improve overall performance in future
IPL seasons.
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DISCUSSION

The analysis of IPL match outcomes, toss decisions, venue impacts, and team performances
reveals several strategic patterns that influence the tournament's success. One of the most
prominent insights is the preference for fielding first, with 64% of teams winning matches when
choosing to field, which highlights the advantage of chasing a target, particularly in conditions
where dew plays a role in affecting bowling effectiveness.

From a venue perspective, stadiums like Wankhede and M. Chinnaswamy demonstrate a strong
trend of teams opting to field first, whereas MA Chidambaram Stadium sees a relatively
balanced approach between batting and fielding first. This suggests that local pitch conditions
heavily influence team strategies, and franchises must adapt their game plans accordingly.

The top-performing teams in terms of wins, such as Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super
Kings (CSK), have dominated IPL history due to their ability to adapt strategies across different
venues. Similarly, individual players like AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and Rohit Sharma have
consistently delivered match-winning performances, as seen in the Man of the Match (MOM)
awards analysis.

The title-winning trends also show a clear dominance of MI and CSK, with recent success from
teams like Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad indicating the evolving competitive nature
of the IPL. These insights suggest that while historical data can guide strategy, continuous
adaptation and team flexibility remain crucial for sustained success.

Going forward, IPL franchises and analysts can leverage these insights to refine strategies,
optimize team compositions, and enhance decision-making related to toss outcomes and game
plans. Additionally, emerging technologies such as real-time analytics and AI-driven predictive
models could further revolutionize how teams prepare for matches, offering a competitive edge in
future seasons.
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Appendices

The Excel dashboard used in this study serves as a comprehensive analysis tool, providing insights
into IPL match outcomes and team performances. Data was gathered from:

 Kaggle IPL datasets

 Official IPL records and statistics

To effectively analyze and interpret the findings, the following visualization techniques were
applied:

 Bar Charts: Compared match wins by team and toss-based decisions.

 Pie Charts: Illustrated toss decision success rates.
 Tree Maps: Showcased IPL title winners and franchise dominance.
 Stacked Bar Graphs: Highlighted wins based on batting or fielding first.
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