IPL 2025 suspended: Who will claim the trophy?

In response to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the Indian Armed Forces initiated Operation Sindoor to neutralise those responsible. Pakistan retaliated with missile and drone assaults last night, significantly intensifying tensions between the two countries. Amid growing security concerns, IPL 2025 has been suspended for a week until the situation stabilises.

What happens to the remaining matches?
The BCCI has decided to suspend the IPL for a week with immediate effect.

"After a week, the situation will be analysed and the government and stakeholders' views will be asked, following which the new schedule will be announced," said BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla.

Other options
Unlike in 2014 and 2020, when the IPL was successfully hosted outside India due to special circumstances—South Africa in 2014 during the Lok Sabha elections and the UAE in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic—this time, shifting IPL 2025 to Dubai isn’t feasible. The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is already scheduled during this period, and with venue clashes and logistical constraints, Dubai is not a viable alternative for hosting the remainder of the tournament.

Current table standings for every team
As of the latest IPL 2025 standings, Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are leading the table with 8 wins each, though Gujarat holds the top spot due to a better net run rate. Punjab Kings follow closely with 7 wins from 10 games, while Mumbai Indians sit in fourth with 7 wins from 12 matches. Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders remain in the playoff race, with 6 and 5 wins respectively. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants are also tied with KKR at 5 wins. At the lower end of the table, Sunrisers Hyderabad have managed just 3 wins, and both Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings are struggling with only 3 wins each from 12 matches, making their qualification chances slim.