IPL 2025: Evacuations? Postponement? Cancellation? Here's All We Know
With the BCCI reportedly deliberating over the fate of the IPL 2025 season currently, let's peruse what we do know about the state of cash-rich league.
Amid the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, cricket in the subcontinent came to a standstill, as the Indian Premier League was met with an abrupt halt last night in Dharamshala.
On Thursday, Pakistan launched aerial attacks on Jammu as well as several military stations near the western border, which were successfully foiled by India’s air defence systems.
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The attempted strike, involving drones and missiles, triggered blackouts and sirens across several areas in Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan.
Emergency protocols were activated all over, including Dharamshala, where the IPL 2025 match between PBKS and DC was suspended midway (10.2 overs into the match, to be precise), due to a reported blackout (following air raid alerts in neighbouring cities of Jammu and Pathankot).
Player (and spectator) safety has been prioritized, and the blackout last night has cast a shadow over the proceedings of the remainder of the IPL 2025 season.
With the BCCI reportedly deliberating over the fate of the IPL 2025 season currently, let’s peruse what we do know about the state of cash-rich league, as of yesterday:
What Happened At Dharamshala On Thursday?
The Indian Premier League game between the Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala was called off on Thursday because of a blackout near the LoC after air-raid warnings in nearby Jammu and Pathankot.
How/Where Are The Two Teams Being Evacuated To After Last Night?
As per reports, a special train has been arranged by the BCCI to evacuate the Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals players and staff from Dharamshala to Delhi on Friday.
How Many Games Are Left In The IPL 2025 Season?
As of yesterday, 58 out of the previously scheduled 74 games (including the group stage, playoffs, and the final) have taken place.
So, there are 16 games left to be played in the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League, which was initially scheduled to wrap up by May 25.
What Are The Potential Outcomes For IPL 2025 Now?
As of Thursday night, there had been no official announcement on the future of the IPL 2025 season.
But, as per reports, BCCI might consider revising the itinerary of the ongoing 18th edition of the Indian Premier League if security concerns increase across the country, as cross-border tensions seemingly continue to skyrocket between India and Pakistan.
Possible outcomes include the IPL being terminated effectively, or having its resumption postponed to a later date, or having the rest of the season be played out in a different country like the UAE.
What About Tonight’s Game?
As mentioned above, the course of action for the IPL remains unknown, as of now. But, since no official statement has been released saying otherwise, it can be assumed that the IPL will possibly resume as per the initial schedule.
This means that Match 59 of the IPL 2025 season, scheduled to take place between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, shall take place as previously planned.
What Authorities Have Said About The Current Scenario
“We are monitoring the situation, seeking the Government’s advice, and will take the final decision on the IPL tomorrow. The situation is changing day by day. We will do whatever we are told and inform all stakeholders," BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla told The Indian Express.
“We are reviewing the situation right now. It is an evolving situation. We haven’t received any directive from the government. The decision will be taken keeping all the logistics in mind," Indian Premier League chief Arun Dhumal told PTI.
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