IPL 2025 Set to Resume on May 17 Final on June 3 All You Need to Know
After a week-long suspension due to cross-border tensions, the BCCI has officially announced the resumption of IPL 2025 from May 17, with the grand finale scheduled on June 3. The remaining 17 matches, including the playoffs, will be played across six venues, with the playoff venues to be confirmed soon.
Here’s a complete breakdown of what to expect in the revised IPL 2025 schedule:
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1. Why IPL 2025 Was Suspended
The tournament, which was progressing smoothly, had to be halted on May 9 due to rising cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. The BCCI, after consultations with security agencies, took the decision to prioritize player safety and national security concerns.
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2. IPL 2025 Resumption Date and Final Schedule
IPL 2025 will now restart on May 17 with the clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Playoff schedule:
• Qualifier 1: May 29
• Eliminator: May 30
• Qualifier 2: June 1
• Final: June 3
The final will now take place nearly 10 days later than originally planned, shifting from May 25 to June 3.
3. New Venues Announced for Remaining Matches
All remaining fixtures will be played across six neutral venues:
• Bengaluru
• Jaipur
• Delhi
• Lucknow
• Mumbai
• Ahmedabad
This change was necessary due to logistical and security constraints. Notably, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Dharamsala are no longer hosting matches this season.
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4. 17 Matches to be Played – 13 League Games + 4 Playoffs
The revised schedule includes a total of 17 matches:
• 13 league games
• 4 playoff matches
Two double-header Sundays are planned on May 18 and May 25, giving fans a full day of IPL action.
5. PBKS vs DC to Be Replayed on May 24
One of the biggest announcements is the replay of the PBKS vs DC match, which was called off midway through the first innings on May 8 in Dharamsala. It will now be replayed on May 24 in Jaipur, which will serve as the temporary home base for PBKS.
PBKS will also play Mumbai Indians on May 26 at the same venue.
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6. Double-Header Highlights
• May 18 (Sunday):
• Day Game: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings (Jaipur)
• Night Game: Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans (Delhi)
• May 25 (Sunday):
• Day Game: Gujarat Titans vs Chennai Super Kings (Ahmedabad)
• Night Game: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders (Delhi)
The last league match will be LSG vs RCB on May 27 in Lucknow.
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7. Home Disadvantage for Three Franchises
Due to venue changes, three teams lose their home ground advantage:
• Punjab Kings (PBKS)
• Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
• Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
PBKS will especially feel the impact, despite being in strong playoff contention. CSK and SRH, already out of the playoff race, won’t get home support for the remainder of the season.
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8. International Clashes: West Indies, England & WTC Final
The revised IPL window clashes with multiple international fixtures:
• West Indies vs England ODI series: May 29 – June 3
• WTC Final (Australia vs South Africa): June 11 at Lord’s
• India A Tour of England: Begins May 30
West Indies players affected:
• Romario Shepherd (RCB)
• Shamar Joseph (LSG)
• Sherfane Rutherford (GT)
England players who may face a scheduling dilemma:
• Jos Buttler (GT)
• Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell (RCB)
• Will Jacks, Reece Topley (MI)
IPL franchises may lose these overseas stars during the playoffs.
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9. Key Players in Line for WTC Final Selection
Several IPL players are likely picks for the WTC Final squads:
• Australia: Pat Cummins, Travis Head (SRH), Mitchell Starc (DC), Josh Hazlewood (RCB), Josh Inglis (PBKS)
• South Africa: Tristan Stubbs (DC), Marco Jansen (PBKS), Kagiso Rabada (GT), Aiden Markram (LSG), Ryan Rickelton (MI), Kwena Mphaka (RR)
With only 7 days between the IPL Final and WTC Final, player workload will be under scrutiny.
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10. Challenges Ahead for Franchises
The biggest hurdle now will be re-assembling full squads:
• Overseas players had already started returning home.
• Support staff logistics need re-coordination.
Gujarat Titans (GT) seem best positioned—they stayed back in Ahmedabad and only lost Buttler and Gerald Coetzee temporarily. Mumbai Indians also benefit as their next match is on May 21, allowing more buffer time for regrouping.
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Final Thoughts
The revised IPL 2025 schedule promises an intense, action-packed finish, with several key fixtures that could determine playoff berths. While venue shifts and international clashes may create hurdles, the BCCI’s swift action to resume the tournament shows its commitment to delivering a full season to fans and stakeholders.
Keep following CrickTab.com for daily match previews, Dream11 predictions, live updates, and post-match reports as IPL 2025 races toward its thrilling conclusion.
