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Divy Dubey
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The IPL 2025 has hit an unexpected pause when it was suspended for a week due to the escalating border tensions between India and Pakistan. The BCCI and IPL governing council took the precautionary decision to halt the tournament temporarily.
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As of now, the tournament is expected to resume on May 17 — with the final pushed to June 3 — eight days later than originally planned. This shift in schedule is understandable given the geopolitical climate.
But could it impact India’s preparations for the upcoming five-match Test series in England starting June 20?
Naturally, the revised IPL timeline squeezes the already narrow window for Test players to rest and prepare for the tour. Here’s all the details you need to know.
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Originally, the IPL final was scheduled for May 25 in Kolkata. As per earlier plans, Indian Test regulars (particularly those not involved in India A or other commitments) were to get a 10-day breather before departing for England in the first week of June.
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This recovery period was seen as essential, especially after a two-month-long T20 tournament. According to sports journalist Vimal Kumar, this short rest window may now vanish altogether.
For the Indian players, this change will uncertainly be challenging. The shift from IPL’s fast format to the demands of red-ball cricket will need both mental and physical recalibration.
Without enough rest time, risk of injury could become a concern. As Vimal points out, these are “extraordinary circumstances” and the BCCI might be forced to adapt on the fly.
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The IPL’s revised schedule trims India’s prep window to just three weeks before the England Test series begins. It adds pressure on the team management to manage workloads smartly and plan a smooth transition from T20 to Test mode.
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For now, everything hinges on the situation stabilising at the border and the IPL sticking to its revised timeline.
Divy Dubey is a content producer for The Sporting News’ India edition.

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