India, May 29 -- Lalit Modi, the driving force behind the creation of the Indian Premier League, has opened up about the events that paved the way for the tournament's launch. Recalling the developments around 2005, Modi claimed he worked actively to ensure Sharad Pawar became BCCI president, believing that decision was vital for the IPL to take shape in the years that followed.

Modi remains one of the most controversial figures in Indian cricket administration, but his contribution to the league's foundation is difficult to ignore. The IPL changed the landscape of the sport soon after its arrival, bringing a new commercial scale and global attention to Indian cricket. Over time, the tournament's success helped the BCCI grow into the mos...