IPL 2025 Suspension: When Will the Tournament Resume?
Published on: May 9, 2025 4:23 pm IST|Updated on: May 9, 2025 4:23 pm IST
The Indian Premier League or Tata IPL 2025 has been temporarily suspended for one week, as confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the official IPL X handle. This decision comes amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, prompting concerns over player safety and logistical challenges. Here’s what the IPL official X handle quoted,
The remainder of ongoing #TATAIPL 2025 suspended with immediate effect for one week.
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The remainder of ongoing #TATAIPL 2025 suspended with immediate effect for one week.
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 9, 2025
Why Was IPL 2025 Suspended?
The decision to suspend IPL 2025 came in response to the events that unfolded last night at the India-Pakistan border. Several cities and states in the northern region of the country experienced blackouts after missiles and drones were detected originating from the Pakistani side. The situation was far from cricket-friendly, leading to the sudden abandonment of the PBKS vs DC match at the HPCA Cricket Stadium in Dharamsala, played on the 8th of May. Players were directed to the dugout, while the crowd was asked to vacate the stadium for safety.
An urgent meeting of the tournament’s Governing Council, where key stakeholders, including franchise owners, broadcasters, and sponsors, voiced their concerns about the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Given the situation, the BCCI prioritized safety, making it clear that national security must come before any sporting event.
When will IPL 2025 resume?
There’s some good news for the IPL fans. The league, which was suspended this morning in the wake of the escalating terrorism tension between India and Pakistan, is expected to resume next week. The BCCI has assured stakeholders that a comprehensive review will be conducted before announcing the revised schedule and venues. While the suspension is officially set for one week, the league’s resumption depends on the evolving geopolitical scenario. The IPL Governing Council will reassess the situation next week.
Rajiv Shukla, the vice-president of BCCI, broke the news of the possible resumption of IPL from next week. Check what he said,
VIDEO | "The BCCI has decided to suspend the IPL for a week with immediate effect. After a week, the situation will be analysed and the government and stakeholders' views will be asked, following which the new schedule will be announced," says BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla… pic.twitter.com/Aex42k7K4f
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 9, 2025
As per Rajiv Shukla, the conditions will be assessed next week, and if things are settled on the geopolitical side, a new schedule for the remaining match of the Tata IPL 2025 will be announced soon. As of now, 58 matches have been completed, and you can check the current standings of the 10 teams.
IPL 2025 Points Table
| Rank | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Points | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | +0.793 |
| 2 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 11 | 8 | 3 | 16 | +0.482 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 12 | 7 | 4 | 16 | +0.376 |
| 4 | Mumbai Indians (MI) | 12 | 7 | 5 | 14 | +1.156 |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 12 | 7 | 5 | 14 | +0.362 |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | 12 | 5 | 7 | 11 | +0.249 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | 11 | 5 | 6 | 10 | -0.469 |
| 8 | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 7 | -1.192 |
| 9 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 6 | -0.718 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 12 | 3 | 9 | 6 | -1.117 |
The bottom three teams, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings, have been eliminated from the playoff race. The remaining seven teams are vying for a spot among the top 4.
