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Good news for IPL fans! The BCCI has confirmed that the remaining matches of IPL 2025 will resume from May…., bringing back the excitement after a brief suspension.
New Delhi: The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) began with much fanfare, showcasing top-level cricket action across six venues. However, as tensions between India and Pakistan escalated following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s precision strikes on terror camps across the border, the tournament was abruptly suspended as a precautionary measure. After a brief pause, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has now announced that IPL 2025 will resume from May 17, with a full 17-match schedule confirmed. The action will restart with a high-profile clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at 7:30 PM in Bengaluru.
Why Was IPL 2025 Suspended?
The suspension followed a red alert issued in Jammu and the cancellation of the Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings fixture in Dharamsala due to a power outage and security alerts. Just hours later, the Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes on nine terror training camps in Pakistan and PoJK, responding to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. With rising border tension, the BCCI had to prioritize safety for players, fans, and all involved in the tournament.
BCCI’s Official Stand
IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed that the suspension was temporary and made as a “precautionary measure.” The BCCI assured that the league would continue once it was safe to do so, depending on the evolving geopolitical situation. Security agencies and state governments have since been reviewing arrangements at all host cities.
The following day, May 18, features a double-header: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings in Jaipur (3:30 PM) and Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans in Delhi (7:30 PM). The week continues with:
May 19: Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in Lucknow
May 20: Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals in Delhi
May 21: Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals in Mumbai
May 22: Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants in Ahmedabad
May 23: RCB vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru
May 24: Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals in Jaipur
May 25: Double-header — Gujarat Titans vs CSK (Ahmedabad, 3:30 PM), and SRH vs KKR (Delhi, 7:30 PM)
May 26: Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians in Jaipur
May 27: LSG vs RCB in Lucknow
May 28: No matches scheduled
The Playoffs & Final
Qualifier 1: May 29
Eliminator: May 30
Qualifier 2: June 1
Final: June 3
The venues for the playoff matches are yet to be announced.
What’s Next for IPL 2025?
The IPL is expected to regain its momentum with tight security and re-energized teams. Fans across the country can now look forward to a thrilling final stretch of the season, culminating in the Grand Final on June 3.
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