A Glitzy mix of Bollywood razzmatazz and high-octane performances, including that of West Indian cricketer Dwayne Bravo’s smash-hit rap ‘Champion dance’, marked a glittering opening ceremony which set the ball rolling for the ninth edition of the IPL in Mumbai yesterday.

Dwayne Bravo performs during the IPL opening ceremony at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Stadium in Worli yesterday. PIC: IPL/SPORTZPICS