IPL chairman ARUN Dhumal said on Thursday that the government directives are expected to continue with the league in the middle of a military conflict with Pakistan, but the Friday match between Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengalur “is now”.
The sequel to the league is after Thursday’s match between Kings Kings and Delhi in Dharamsale seriously doubtful was dismissed after Air Raid’s warning In nearby towns Jammú and Pathankot.
“We are reviewing the situation. It is an evolving situation. We have not received any directive from the government. It is clear that the decision will be taken with regard to all logistics,” said Dhumal PTI.
Asked about Friday’s game in Lucknow, “Yes, it’s from now on, but of course it is an evolving situation and any decision will be adopted by the best interest of all parties.”
After leaving in Dharamsale, players and support staff of both teams will be transported to Delhi through a special train from Pathankot, located about 85 km from Hill.
Teams travel to Pathankot along the road. Dharamsaly, along with those in neighboring Kangra and Chandigarh, are currently closed within preventive measures to thwart potential Pakistani attacks.
Indian military strikes are in retaliation in the terrorist attack of Pahalgam of 22 April.
Published:
Sabyasachi Chowdhury
Published on:
8 May 2025
