The season nine of Indian Premier League (IPL) officially kick-off on Friday with an elaborate opening ceremony in the presence of eight captains and tournament chairman and BCCI secretary in Mumbai.


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The captains took the MCC Spirit of Cricket Pledge, while entertainers kept the crowd at The Dome at SVP Stadium occupied with their gigs.


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Prominent among those who performed were Bollywood siren Katrina Kaif, West Indies all-rounder, all-rounder Dwanye Bravo with his 'Champion' act, Bollywood heartthrob Ranveer Singh, desi rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh and world famous electronic music group Major Lazer.



And that's just about it. Real action starts tomorrow though!



First on the stage is Jacqueline Fernandez wearing thigh high boots, black top and leather skirt, performing to the tunes of Salman starrer Kicks' title track.



So thus Aussie spin hope, Adam Zampa



A certain David Miller is extra curious?



Captains in customary gathering/ briefing ahead of the opening ceremony



Moments into the show. Expect a glittering show with an ensemble of international stars, and laser show.


Star attractions: Chris Brown, Major Lazer, Ranveer Singh, Katrina Kaif, Jacqueline Fernandez, Yo Yo Honey Singh, TBC, Major Lazer, Kings United dance group, etc.




The ninth installment of possibly world's greatest cricket carnival will start with a heavy dose of song and dance routine, a la bollywood style. There will be head-turners, there will be crooners, and there will be champions.


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Yea, that brought us to a certain Dwane Bravo, and his 'Champions' number. The West Indies all-rounder is expected to be the special attraction, with his 'Champion Dance'.



Besides hosts of international stars, captains of each side will be present during the ceremony along with who's who of Indian cricket.



Welcome to our Indian Premier League 2016 opening ceremony live blog.