IPL 2025 Suspended Indefinitely Amid Security Crisis

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has indefinitely suspended the remainder of the 2025 Indian Premier League season due to escalating military tensions and security threats between India and Pakistan. This decision followed the abandonment of a match in Dharamsala amid reports of drone and missile attacks, prompting immediate stadium evacuations. Sixteen remaining matches, including the playoffs and final, are affected by the suspension. The move has major financial consequences for broadcasters, sponsors, and the wider cricket ecosystem, given the IPL's global prominence. Overseas players, particularly Australians, are urgently seeking to exit India but face difficulties due to airport closures. The Pakistan Super League has also been relocated to Dubai for similar security reasons, and BCCI officials have stated there are no immediate plans to resume the IPL.