The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is all set to resume on May 17, with a high-voltage clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The BCCI officially confirmed the revised schedule after the tournament was halted last week due to heightened military tensions between India and Pakistan. With a ceasefire now in effect, cricket is ready to take centre stage once again.
The league’s final will now be played on June 3, while Qualifier 1 and Eliminator are scheduled for May 29 and May 30, respectively. Qualifier 2 will take place on June 1, but the venues for these crucial playoff fixtures will be announced later.
One of the key changes includes the replay of the suspended match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, which was previously halted at 10.1 overs due to escalating border tensions. That match will now be held on May 24 in Jaipur.
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A total of 17 matches remain in the season, to be played across six cities: Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Lucknow, and Ahmedabad. Neutral venues have been arranged for four of these matches, ensuring minimal disruption to team logistics. The first double-header of the resumed leg will take place on May 18, featuring Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings in the afternoon and Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans in the evening.
The last league match will be on May 27, between Lucknow Super Giants and RCB in Lucknow.
| Date | Time | Match | Venue |
| May-17 | 7:30 PM | RCB vs KKR | Bengaluru |
| May-18 | 3:30 PM | RR vs PBKS | Jaipur |
| May-18 | 7:30 PM | DC vs GT | Delhi |
| May-19 | 7:30 PM | LSG vs SRH | Lucknow |
| May-20 | 7:30 PM | CSK vs RR | Delhi |
| May-21 | 7:30 PM | MI vs DC | Mumbai |
| May-22 | 7:30 PM | GT vs LSG | Ahmedabad |
| May-23 | 7:30 PM | RCB vs SRH | Bengaluru |
| May-24 | 7:30 PM | PBKS vs DC | Jaipur |
| May-25 | 3:30 PM | GT vs CSK | Ahmedabad |
| May-25 | 7:30 PM | SRH vs KKR | Delhi |
| May-26 | 7:30 PM | PBKS vs MI | Jaipur |
| May-27 | 7:30 PM | LSG vs RCB | Lucknow |
| May-29 | 7:30 PM | Qualifier 1 | TBC |
| May-30 | 7:30 PM | Eliminator | TBC |
| Jun-01 | 7:30 PM | Qualifier 2 | TBC |
| Jun-03 | 7:30 PM | Final | TBC |
In its official statement, the BCCI expressed gratitude towards India’s armed forces for creating the conditions necessary to resume the league. “The Board salutes the bravery and resilience of our armed forces, whose sacrifices allow us to enjoy peace and sport,” the statement read.
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As for the playoff race, Gujarat Titans sit atop the table with 16 points from 11 matches, followed by RCB, Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians. Delhi Capitals, LSG, and KKR are still in the hunt, while SunRisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and CSK have been eliminated.
Sai Sudharsan (GT) leads the Orange Cap tally, while teammate Prasidh Krishna tops the Purple Cap standings. The business end of IPL 2025 promises intense drama, and fans can now gear up for a thrilling finish.
