The IPL 2025 season has been postponed due to the growing tensions between India and Pakistan. On May 9, the BCCI announced the suspension of the tournament, citing security concerns and the need to prioritize national sentiments. The tournament, which began on March 22, had entered its final stages when this decision was taken. The abrupt suspension raised a major question: what will happen to the unfinished match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals?
Will the Punjab vs Delhi Match Be Played Again?
According to reports, the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, which was halted after just 10.1 overs on May 8 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, will be played again once the IPL resumes. Sources have suggested that the match will take place at the same venue once the tournament picks back up. Whether the match will continue from where it was left off or be replayed from scratch is something that will be decided at that time.
BCCI's Postponement Announcement
On May 9, the BCCI officially announced the postponement of the IPL 2025 season. BCCI Vice President Rajiv Shukla confirmed that the tournament would be suspended for a week, adding that the board is in constant touch with the government and will follow its guidelines moving forward. Shukla also mentioned that if the situation does not improve, the board is exploring a potential window for the IPL in August or September, which might replace the Asia Cup slot in the calendar.
The State of the Tournament
Before the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was interrupted, 57 matches of IPL 2025 had already been completed. The remaining 16 matches, including the final, were yet to be played. However, the situation remains uncertain, as many foreign players have expressed the desire to return to their home countries due to the security situation. Some players have already started leaving, which could further complicate the immediate resumption of the tournament.
Potential Resumption in August-September
If the tournament is unable to resume within the next week, there is speculation that it could be held in the August-September window, coinciding with the usual time for the Asia Cup. This would provide a suitable gap for the IPL to complete the remaining matches without overlapping with other international cricket events.
In conclusion, while the immediate future of IPL 2025 remains uncertain, fans are hopeful that the season will continue once the situation stabilizes.
