The IPL season 2 is finally over. It was a great success and a fantastic move to allow the series to take part in South Africa, after India was deemed a security risk. What it has highlighted was that 20/20 cricket is here to stay. It’s what the fans like, generates huge interest and new spectators, and ultimately keeps the game alive from a financial perspective.

Congratulations to the Deccan Chargers who beat Royal Challengeres Bangalore in the final.

I would propose the ICC needs to look at changes for the next installment.
I’d make it a global tournament, as opposed to being ruled by India. There needs to be a window when the tournament can be played with all the superstars in the world. This year it was ruined by Australia playing Pakistan, and England playing the West Indies.
Have less local Indian players who are not up to standard, and make it full of the top players of the world from every available country. Take it to different parts of the world, and non traditional cricket nations such as Japan, USA etc.
The other option is to stage the torunament with teams from all over the globe, such as the Champions league that was proposed.

Either version has the potential to transform the game!