The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 faced an unprecedented interruption when the tournament was suspended on May 8, 2025, due to security concerns during the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. However, after extensive consultations with government and security agencies, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the resumption of IPL 2025.
Tournament Resumption and Revised Schedule
The remaining 17 matches—comprising 12 league-stage games and 5 playoff fixtures—will now be played from May 17 to June 3, 2025, across six key Indian cities: Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad.
The final match of the tournament is scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. The venues for the playoff matches, including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final, are yet to be confirmed.
Double-Headers to Maximize Entertainment
To accommodate all fixtures within the condensed schedule, the BCCI has introduced two double-headers, both on Sundays (May 18 and May 25). This move ensures that fans continue to enjoy a high-octane finish to the tournament, while maintaining fairness and competitiveness.
IPL 2025 Revised Schedule – New Match Dates
Date | Day | Time | Team 1 | Team 2 | Venue |
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17-May-25 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Kolkata Knight Riders | Bengaluru |
18-May-25 | Sunday | 3:30 PM | Rajasthan Royals | Punjab Kings | Jaipur |
18-May-25 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Delhi Capitals | Gujarat Titans | Delhi |
19-May-25 | Monday | 7:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Lucknow |
20-May-25 | Tuesday | 7:30 PM | Chennai Super Kings | Rajasthan Royals | Delhi |
21-May-25 | Wednesday | 7:30 PM | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai |
22-May-25 | Thursday | 7:30 PM | Gujarat Titans | Lucknow Super Giants | Ahmedabad |
23-May-25 | Friday | 7:30 PM | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Bengaluru |
24-May-25 | Saturday | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings | Delhi Capitals | Jaipur |
25-May-25 | Sunday | 3:30 PM | Gujarat Titans | Chennai Super Kings | Ahmedabad |
25-May-25 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata Knight Riders | Delhi |
26-May-25 | Monday | 7:30 PM | Punjab Kings | Mumbai Indians | Jaipur |
27-May-25 | Tuesday | 7:30 PM | Lucknow Super Giants | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Lucknow |
28-May-25 | Wednesday | — | — | — | — |
29-May-25 | Thursday | 7:30 PM | Qualifier 1 | TBC | TBC |
30-May-25 | Friday | 7:30 PM | Eliminator | TBC | TBC |
31-May-25 | Saturday | — | — | — | — |
01-Jun-25 | Sunday | 7:30 PM | Qualifier 2 | TBC | TBC |
02-Jun-25 | Monday | — | — | — | — |
03-Jun-25 | Tuesday | 7:30 PM | Final | TBC | TBC |
Safety First: Enhanced Measures in Place
The revised plan for the IPL 2025 season was finalized only after thorough collaboration with law enforcement and intelligence agencies, prioritizing the safety of everyone involved. Fans attending matches can expect tight security checks, restricted zones, and controlled stadium access to avoid any disruptions.