Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after a comprehensive assessment of the situation in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders, informed Devajit Saikia in a media release
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia (Pic: File Pic)
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced a one-week suspension of the ongoing IPL 2025 season.
Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after a comprehensive assessment of the situation in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders, informed Devajit Saikia in a media release.
"The decision was taken by the IPL Governing Council after due consultation with all key stakeholders following the representations from most of the franchisees, who conveyed the concern and sentiments of their players, and also the views of the broadcaster, sponsors and fans ; while the BCCI reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders," said Saikia in a statement.
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"At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation. We express our solidarity with the Government of India, the Armed Forces and the people of our country. The Board salutes the bravery, courage and selfless service of our armed forces, whose heroic efforts under Operation Sindoor continue to protect and inspire the nation, as they lead a resolute response to the recent terrorist attack and the unwarranted aggression by Pakistan’s armed forces. While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing greater than the Nation and its sovereignty, integrity, and security of our country. The BCCI remains firmly committed to support all efforts that safeguard India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation," he said.
The BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla, too, confirmed the development of suspending the IPL 2025 for a week. Taking to X:
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
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Earlier in the day, Team India stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma extended their support by praising the Indian Armed Forces.
Meanwhile, a complete blackout was enforced in several bordering districts after sirens went off on Thursday, amid drone attacks from Pakistan.
The Border Security Force (BSF) also foiled a major infiltration attempt along the International Boundary in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. The attempt was made around 11 pm on Thursday. In a post on X, BSF Jammu wrote, "At around 2300 hours on 8 May 2025, BSF foiled a major infiltration bid at the International Boundary in Samba district, J&K."
Additionally, the Indian Army, on the intervening night of Thursday and Friday, successfully repelled and responded to multiple drone attacks by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Indian Army said, "Pakistan Armed Forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along entire Western Border on the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak troops also resorted to numerous cease fire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. The drone attacks were effectively repulsed and befitting reply was given to the CFVs. Indian Army remains committed to safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Nation. All nefarious designs will be responded with force."
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