“IPL 2025 Suspended Amid India–Pakistan Tensions: Players Evacuated, Matches Halted”

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended for one week due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The decision, announced on May 9 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), follows a series of military operations and retaliatory strikes between the two nations. The suspension aims to prioritize player safety and reflect the current national sentiment. The IPL Governing Council made this decision after consulting with franchises, broadcasters, sponsors, and fans.

The suspension came after a match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abandoned due to security concerns. The match was halted at 10.1 overs following reports of nearby explosions and air-raid sirens. Players and officials were evacuated by bus and train to Delhi, as the local airport was closed.

The BCCI has stated that 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 suspension affects major financial stakeholders, including broadcasters and sponsors, and has prompted several foreign players to return home amid the uncertainty.