New Delhi: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 made an unexpected stance after a significant rise in regional tensions between India and Pakistan. On Friday, May 9, BCCI officially suspended the tournament and showed national security and player security as the most important priorities.Go beyond the border with our Youtube channel. Subscribe now!The decision follows a series of rapid development that confirms the postponement of Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala, and Pakistan’s reports of missile fires.
Here is the daily breakdown of the day when the events of the events lead to unprecedented decision:
May 7
- Sindoor operation begins: India carried out air strikes in terrorist camps across the border.
- Airspace closure has been announced: Many Northern Airports, including Chandigarh, Amritsar, Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Bhuj and Rajkot, directly affected team logistics until 10 May 05:30.
- PBKS vs Mi Venue is under threat: With
Mumbai Indians Logistics complications, which are preparing to play PBKs in Dharamsala and travel through Chandigarh, forced IPL to think about the movement of the fixtures. - Kalcutta’s patriotic tribute: During the KKR vs CSK match in Eden Gardens, he united in an exciting interpretation of “Maa Tujhe Salaam”, honoring the crowded Indian defense forces. In the field, CSK’s Noor Ahmad left a mark with 4/31 and made a strong start from KKR.
May 8
- PBKS vs Mi passed to Ahmedabad: The official approval came because Dharamsala’s airport was not operational. GCA secretary Anil Patel confirmed the change of space.
- PBKS vs DC match was abandoned: After a strong start by Punjab by Punjab, a projector failure stopped the game at sea. In the midst of increasing tension, IPL President Arun Dhumal ordered the stadium to evacuate for security. Increased uncertainty teams and broadcast staff prepared for evacuation.
- Missile strikes raise the crisis:Pakistan fired eight missiles towards Indian territory. They were all stopped, but the threat level forced the IPL Management Council to take action.
May 9
- BCCI Sushes IPL 2025: The league was officially suspended as 16 matches remained.
BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla confirmed the security of the players as the biggest priority. - The future of IPL 2025: In order to continue IPL, the possibility of using the Indian-Bangladesh series window in August and/or the Asian Cup break in September is discussed.
