IPL 2025: Did “Operation Sindoor” affect the schedule for the remaining matches? This is what we know

Despite reports of closures at Dharamsala Airport and growing tensions in the region following the “Operation Sindoah,” which was thought to be linked to India’s recent actions in Pakistan. Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 It appears they are continuing their scheduled matches without any confusion right away.

Dharamsala experiences the impact of a closed airport

The picturesque city of Dharamsala, an important venue for upcoming IPL fixtures, is reportedly experiencing the effects of airport closures. On the ground, however, franchise officials say preparations for the scheduled cricket match have been barely affected.

Preity Zinta’s Punjab Kings (PBK) It is configured on the host Delhi Capitals (DC) On Thursday, May 8th, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium. Both teams proceeded with today’s practice session as planned, anticipating the match scheduled for tomorrow.

The franchise is waiting for calls from BCCI and IPL officials

Team officials claim that is “Business as usual” unless the official directive comes from the Indian Cricket Commission (BCCI) or the IPL governing body.

“So far, there is no information from BCCI or IPL officials. We are moving forward on the original schedule.” Punjab Kings officials were quoted as saying to Clickbuzz. This sentiment underscores the franchise’s current stance. This works under the assumption that the game will progress unless otherwise notified. In particular, the chairman of the IPL; Arun Singh Dhumalfrom Dharamsala. This is the details that adds a layer of local context to the situation, but does not seem to affect official communications about schedules.

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Looking further, Mumbai Indians (MI) He will also be traveling to Dharamsala on Thursday. Their equipment for the Punjab King is scheduled for May 19th, and for now, these travel plans remain unchanged.

In addition to the minimal, immediate impact photos, the blackout drills planned for Wednesday evening will also not change the ground situation of teams and league schedules. “There was no information from the BCCI regarding this.” Another franchise representative repeatedly lacked communication regarding potential adjustments.

Meanwhile, in Kolkata, there are matches between the two. Kolkata Knight Rider (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) It’s going on May 7th and is proceeding as planned tonight.

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