BCCI Suspends IPL Amid India-Pakistan Tension

The BCCI has suspended the IPL 2025 due to India-Pakistan tensions, affecting games like the canceled Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals match. The decision aims to safeguard players and stakeholders, with further updates expected after consultations. Fans expressed displeasure, exiting chanting anti-Pakistan slogans.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 09-05-2025 15:33 IST | Created: 09-05-2025 15:33 IST
BCCI Suspends IPL Amid India-Pakistan Tension
Madan Lal. (Photo: ANI) . Image Credit: ANI
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In a decisive move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Former cricketer Madan Lal expressed support for the board's decision, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national security and consulting government authorities.

The BCCI's decision to suspend the ongoing IPL with immediate effect was reached after extensive consultations with the IPL Governing Council and key stakeholders, including franchisees, broadcasters, and sponsors. The suspension, which will last a week, comes after various representations highlighted concerns over the safety and sentiments of all parties involved.

The situation follows the abrupt cancellation of the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium. Fans were directed to leave the premises, and both teams were safeguarded to their accommodations, with Punjab Kings confirming the cancellation on social media. The fans, disappointed by the cancellation, were heard chanting anti-Pakistan slogans as they exited.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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