Chennai Super Kings’ young batter Urvil Patel offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at the aftermath of IPL 2025’s sudden suspension by sharing a selfie from his flight with senior teammate Ravindra Jadeja. The photo confirmed that several CSK players have started their journey back home following the temporary halt of the tournament.

The BCCI officially suspended the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League on May 9, citing escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border. In light of the uncertain situation, the cricketing board has begun facilitating the return of both Indian and overseas players to ensure their safety.

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed that a revised schedule will be announced only after discussions with key stakeholders. This decision has brought an abrupt pause to a season that was reaching its climax, disrupting several franchises that were building momentum ahead of the playoffs.

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The announcement came just a day after the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abandoned mid-innings due to a power outage. Initially labeled as a technical issue, it later emerged that the blackout was tied to broader security concerns linked to the Indo-Pak conflict.

For CSK, the suspension may not shift their season’s outcome much, as the five-time champions had already been knocked out of playoff contention. They currently sit at the bottom of the table, with just three wins this season. However, their final outing before the break saw a spirited last-over win against KKR.

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Debutant Urvil Patel stole the spotlight with a blazing 31 off just 11 balls, while South African youngster Dewald Brevis added a crucial half-century to steer CSK to victory. While fans await updates on the tournament’s resumption, players like Patel are heading home, carrying mixed memories from an interrupted season.