IPL 2025 fan engagement News

The IPL 2025 final between RCB and Punjab Kings set a new record with 169 million TV viewers as RCB clinched their first-ever title after 18 years.

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.

Dhumal emphasized that despite no major rule changes, the 2025 IPL season will be better than its predecessors.

The IPL governing council has set a clear deadline for teams to submit their retained players list. Each franchise must finalize and announce their retained players by 5 PM IST on October 31.