Guwahati, March 29 -- The Indian Premier League (IPL) returns to the Northeast as inaugural edition champions Rajasthan Royals open their campaign against five-time title-holders Chennai Super Kings(CSK) at the ACA Stadium here on Monday.
The match carries added intrigue as it offers both sides an opportunity to reset after disappointing campaigns last season, while also carrying several compelling subplots involving former teammates, shifting loyalties and the broader atmosphere in the poll-bound state.
The game also marks another major sporting occasion for Assam, which is preparing for the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for April 9. With political activity intensifying across the state, theIPL fixture offers a brief sporting int...