Not many felt IPL would be successful in South Africa but Modi has proved them wrong

He's the man of the moment. Lalit Modi has stunned the cricket world by successfully hosting the 2009 DLF Indian Premier League against all odds.

Not many gave the IPL chairman a chance when the tournament was shifted to South Africa.

But, the South African crowds came out in full support of the event and it was a roaring success. However, the tournament has had its share of controversies and disappointments.

MR IPL: Lalit Modi.

Modi took some time off his busy schedule on the day of the grand finale to speak to MiD DAY yesterday.

Excerpts from an interview:

Have you felt more elated?
This is the greatest moment for me. It's a double joy for me. I had a granddaughter last night and a tournament which was extremely successful. It couldn't have been better.