BCCI IPL 2025 News

Cricket South Africa insists on bringing back its players by May 26, creating a major obstacle for the BCCI as IPL 2025 resumes amid the revised schedule.

The BCCI has suspended IPL 2025 for one week in solidarity with India's armed forces amid escalating tensions with Pakistan.

The suspension of IPL 2025 due to escalating India-Pakistan tensions has left fans and stakeholders in uncertainty. The BCCI has officially announced the immediate suspension of the #TATAIPL 2025 for one week due to rising security concerns. This decision follows air raid alerts near match venues and growing fears for the safety of players and officials. The BCCI is evaluating the situation and exploring multiple contingency plans, including rescheduling the event post-monsoon, shifting matches to the UAE or South Africa, or hosting games in safer Indian cities. Additional measures include launching a mini-IPL, handling financial challenges with broadcasters, and engaging fans through digital content. A crisis task force may also be formed, with inputs from the Indian government. The IPL could return later this year if conditions stabilize.

The IPL 2025 mega auction is set to introduce a revamped Right To Match (RTM) rule, adding an extra layer of excitement and strategy to the bidding wars. With the power to reclaim key players after a bidding process, franchises will face crucial decisions on how to balance direct retentions and RTM card usage. Here's a breakdown of how this rule works and the impact it could have on the auction dynamics.