With the world's most popular T20 extravaganza all set to commence in a few days, each team has been analysed in various departments taking several criteria into consideration. Based on past reputation, current form and performances in the previous season, each team's strengths and weaknesses were rated on five parameters. With certain players expected to leave early and the top Indian players potentially getting rested ahead of the World Cup, the team balance is largely rated based on the squad depth.
IPL 2019 BUILD-UP
IPL 2019 pre-season ratings: How the teams stand
Eight teams have been analysed on five different front before the start of the season. © BCCI
On tracks that are expected to be slow in Chennai, the home side will have plenty of spin options ©Cricbuzz
