Cricket Not Above Nation: IPL 2025 Suspended For One Week
IPL 2025 has been suspended for one week amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The development came a day after the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala, had to be called off midway. Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru were scheduled to play on Friday at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
IPL 2025 matches suspended for indefinite period. Photo: BCCI/IPL
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended for one week in the wake of the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, the BCCI announced on Friday (May 9). The development came a day after the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala, had to be called off midway. Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru were scheduled to play on Friday at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
"The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to suspend the remainder of the ongoing TATA IPL 2025 with immediate effect for one week. Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after a comprehensive assessment of the situation in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders," the BCCI said in its release.
"The decision was taken by the IPL Governing Council after due consultation with all key stakeholders following the representations from most of the franchisees, who conveyed the concern and sentiments of their players, and also the views of the broadcaster, sponsors and fans ; while the BCCI reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders."
This is the second time that IPL has been suspended mid-season. In 2021, the tournament was suspended after the first half due to rising COVID-19 cases in the tournament. The second half of the tournament was played in the UAE before the 2021 T20 World Cup.
"While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing greater than the Nation and its sovereignty, integrity, and security of our country. The BCCI remains firmly committed to support all efforts that safeguard India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation," the BCCI futhter said in its release.
"The BCCI thanks its key stakeholder – Jiostar, the league’s official broadcaster for their understanding and unwavering support. The Board is also grateful to Title sponsor TATA and all associate partners and stakeholders for coming forward with their unequivocal support for this decision and for putting national interest above all other considerations."
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