2011 Indian Premier League group stage

The 2011 Indian Premier League (IPL) group stage was the fourth iteration of the highly popular Twenty20 cricket league, taking place from April 8 to May 22, 2011. Featuring ten franchises, the tournament saw a total of 74 matches played across various venues in India. Teams competed in a round-robin format, with each franchise striving to secure a position in the knockout stages of the tournament. The group stage was marked by high-scoring matches, significant individual performances, and the emergence of new cricketing talent. Chennai Super Kings, under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, excelled, ultimately finishing at the top of the standings and advancing to the playoffs. The season was significant for its global viewership and the financial impact it had on cricket in India.