In response to growing security concerns following the military escalation between India and Pakistan, the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) has been suspended for one week. This comes after safety concerns forced the cancellation of the Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala.
Following a call with senior BCCI executives, including Saikia and IPL chairman Arun Dhumal, the decision was made to postpone the IPL. All franchises were notified of the suspension. Players and support personnel are reportedly catching the earliest flights out of and within India as the teams have already begun disbanding.
It is believed that everyone on the conversation concurred that the present climate made it inappropriate to continue the IPL.
And now the governing council has stated that the ongoing IPL 2025 has been suspended for one week with immediate effect.
Here is BCCI’s official statement on IPL 2025 suspension:
"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 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.
At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation. We express our solidarity with the Government of India, the Armed Forces, and the people of our country. The Board salutes the bravery, courage, and selfless service of our armed forces, whose heroic efforts under Operation Sindoor continue to protect and inspire the nation, as they lead a resolute response to the recent terrorist attack and the unwarranted aggression by Pakistan’s armed forces.
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 supporting all efforts that safeguard India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation.
The BCCI thanks its key stakeholder - Jiostar, the league’s official broadcaster for their understanding and unwavering support. The Board is also grateful to the 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."
