New Delhi: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has come to an unexpected stage after a significant increase in regional tension between India and Pakistan. On Friday, May 9, the BCCI officially suspended the tournament, which was called as their top priorities citing national security and players safety.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!The decision follows a range of rapid development, including a conflict in Dharmasala of Punjab Kings vs Delhi capitals and confirmed the report of missile firing by Pakistan.
Here is a day-to-day breakdown of how events were motivated for unprecedented decisions:
7 May
- Operation vermilion begins: India launched airstrikes in terrorist camps across the border.
- Announcement of airspace closure: Several Northern airports including Chandigarh, Amritsar, Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Bhuj and Rajkot were closed by May 10, 5:30, which directly affect the team logistics.
- PBKS vs Mi Site under danger: with
Mumbai Indians Prepared to play PBK in Dharmasala and travel through Chandigarh, logistic complications forced the IPL to consider transferring stability. - Kolkata’s patriotic tribute: During the KKR vs. CSK match at the Eden Gardens, the mob united the Indian defense forces and united in a stirring rendering of “Maa Tujhe Salaam”. On-field, Noor Ahmed of CSK left a mark with 4/31, out of a strong start from KKR.
8 May
- PBKS vs MI transferred to Ahmedabad: The official confirmation occurred when the airport of Dharmasala remained non-conducting. GCA Secretary Anil Patel confirmed the change of site.
- PBKS vs. DC Match abandoned: After the introduction of a strong 122 runs by Punjab, a floodlight failure stopped the game in 10.1 overs. Amid increasing tension, IPL President Arun Dhumal ordered the withdrawal of the stadium for security. Between increasing uncertainty, teams and broadcasting staff ready for evacuation.
- Missile strike increased the crisis:Pakistan fired eight missiles towards the Indian region. All were stopped, but the danger level forced the IPL governing council to work.
9 May
- BCCI IPL suspends 2025: With the remaining 16 matches, the League was officially suspended.
BCCI Vice President Rajiv Shukla confirmed the safety of the players as the highest priority. - Future of IPL 2025: The possibility of using India-Bangladesh Series Window in August and/or Asia Cup brake in September remains to resume the IPL.
