The BCCI has indefinitely suspended IPL 2025 due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The situation grew increasingly sensitive after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match was called off. In light of this, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to halt the tournament. All foreign players will be safely sent back to their home countries, with the BCCI taking full responsibility for their secure return.
The decision follows a series of attacks by Pakistan along the border, prompting a strong retaliatory response from India. In a dramatic turn of events, the entire Dharamsala Stadium was plunged into darkness, and the audience was swiftly evacuated. IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal was spotted at the venue, urging people to leave without delay. Reports also suggest that a special train was arranged to promptly relocate the players from the area.
The Lucknow Super Giants were set to face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru today, but with rising tensions, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal had earlier stated that any decision regarding the match and the tournament’s future would depend on the “evolving situation.”
BCCI announced that “Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been SUSPENDED. All foreign players will be sent back. BCCI will ensure they reach back safely.”
With 58 matches already completed and 12 still remaining, all eyes are now on the BCCI and how it plans to navigate the situation. One option could be to reassess after a week and resume the tournament ten days later with double-headers to make up for lost time. However, if that isn’t feasible, the BCCI may be forced to look for an alternative window, though the packed international calendar in the coming months makes that a challenging task.
