After a brief suspension due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, the IPL 2025 is set to resume on May 17. The IPL Governing Council confirmed the development, bringing relief to cricket fans eagerly awaiting the continuation of the tournament’s final phase.
The action will recommence with a high-octane clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The evening encounter is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM IST and will mark the resumption of the 18th edition of the world’s most-watched T20 league.
The tournament was abruptly halted last Friday amid growing geopolitical tensions in the subcontinent, prompting the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to temporarily pause the remaining fixtures. With the situation now stabilised, the league is back on track with just over two weeks of cricket left to play, including the playoffs and final.
IPL 2025 schedule
Currently, Gujarat Titans sit at the top of the standings with 16 points, having delivered a consistent and dominant performance through the group stage. With just 16 matches left to be played, including four high-stakes playoff games, the battle for a spot in the top four is expected to go down to the wire.
Seven teams remain in contention for a place in the playoffs, making this one of the most competitive finishes in IPL history. The margin for error is slim, and every match from here on out holds immense significance for the teams involved. Fans can expect nail-biting finishes, tactical masterstrokes, and standout performances as the teams push for glory.
The rescheduling of fixtures is likely to lead to a tighter calendar, but franchises have begun regrouping quickly. Players who had left the country during the break, particularly several overseas cricketers, are being flown back in to bolster squads. The BCCI has also issued directives to all 10 franchises to reassemble their squads and resume training sessions immediately to ensure match readiness.
The IPL final is tentatively scheduled for May 30, giving teams a compact window to navigate the remaining fixtures. With fan anticipation at an all-time high and the playoff race heating up, the stage is set for an electrifying conclusion to IPL 2025.
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