Both the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Pakistan Super League (PSL) for 2025 are set to resume on May 17, following a week-long suspension caused by cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan.
However, the revised schedules have forced adjustments to other international commitments, including Bangladesh’s planned tour of Pakistan.
The PSL will conclude on May 25, with four remaining group-stage matches taking place in Rawalpindi and the playoffs and final scheduled in Lahore.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed the resumption via a social media post by Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
“Get ready for 8 thrilling matches starting 17th May, leading up to the Grand Final on 25th May,” Mohsin said.
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The revised PSL schedule now overlaps with Bangladesh’s previously scheduled T20I series in Pakistan, which was set to begin the same day as the PSL final.
BCB has acknowledged that the tour will not go ahead as originally planned and confirmed it is in “active and ongoing discussions” with the PCB.
Meanwhile, the IPL will resume play across six Indian cities: Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad.
The final has been rescheduled for June 3. A total of 17 matches remain, including 13 league games and four playoffs.
The delayed IPL will also impact the England-West Indies ODI series, the India A tour of England, and player availability for the World Test Championship final between Australia and South Africa, starting June 11.
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Both leagues now face the logistical challenge of recalling overseas players, many of whom had flown home. While some franchises are confident about player returns, the PCB is considering a replacement draft for the PSL to ensure balanced squads.