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IPL 2025 to Resume After Suspension Due to India-Pakistan Tensions

The tournament restarts May 17 with revised schedules, player withdrawals, and strategic adjustments as teams grapple with overseas absences.

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Motorcyclists drive past an advertisement of Pakistan Super League Twenty20 tournament displayed along a roadside in Lahore, Pakistan, Friday, May 9, 2025. (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary)
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Overview

  • The IPL 2025 resumes on May 17 after a week-long suspension caused by military tensions between India and Pakistan, with the final now scheduled for June 3.
  • Several overseas players, including Mitchell Starc, have opted out of the tournament's remainder, citing safety concerns and scheduling conflicts.
  • Franchises have signed temporary replacements like Kusal Mendis and Kyle Jamieson while adapting strategies to rely more on domestic talent.
  • Virat Kohli's recent Test retirement, attributed to mental burnout, adds a personal milestone to the season as he continues to play for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
  • The rescheduling impacts preparation for the World Test Championship Final on June 11, with some players prioritizing international commitments over IPL participation.