The 2025 Indian Premier League likely to be indefinitely suspended following a surge in military tensions between India and Pakistan, sparked by the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The situation escalated quickly, leading to air raid alerts in regions near Jammu and Pathankot. This forced the abandonment of the Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala and prompted immediate action from the BCCI.
The suspension is likely be announced today as the teams had arrived in Lucknow for a scheduled game between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. At the time, 12 league matches and four playoff fixtures—including the final in Kolkata—were still pending.
Player and staff safety is now the top priority, with arrangements underway to ensure their secure return. Many overseas players are expected to leave the country within the next 24 hours, sources said.
The BCCI has not yet provided a revised schedule but is reportedly eyeing a possible window in August or September. However, this could clash with India’s tour of Bangladesh and the Asia Cup, both now in jeopardy due to the deepening regional crisis. Further updates on the IPL’s resumption are expected in the coming weeks.
