Watch: PBKS, DC players arrive in Delhi from Dharamshala after IPL 2025 suspension
The Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals players arrived in Delhi from Dharamshala after the IPL 2025 match in Dharamshala on May 8 was abandoned due to attacks from Pakistan in various parts of India. The match was abandoned in the 11th over when PBKS was batting and the players were quickly evacuated from the stadium. A special Vande Bharat train was arranged for the players to make their way to Delhi from Dharamshala as the IPL 2025 season was suspended for a week. The players, support staff and officials arrived in the capital city on May 9 and were seen exiting the train station. You can see the full video below:VIDEO | IPL 2025: Players of Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings arrive in Delhi. (n/1)Earlier today, the IPL was suspended for a week due to the escalating military confrontation between India and Pakistan.(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/JW1vhRgQZp— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 9, 2025advertisementPBKS put out a statement on their official Instagram account, saying that the players, support staff and everyone associated with the franchise's cricket operations are safe and secure. They also thanked the BCCI, IPL, Indian railways and the police for ensuring the safety of the players, their families and support staff from both teams.
"We're pleased to communicate that all our players, support staff, and everyone associated with Punjab Kings cricket operations are safe and secure. A heartfelt thank you to the BCCI, IPL, Indian Railways, Police, State authorities, and our internal operations team for ensuring the safe movement of players, coaches, families, and support staff from both Delhi Capitals & Punjab Kings, from Dharamsala to a secure location.""We are especially grateful to our wing commanders for their calm and swift leadership, and to our CEO, Mr Satish Menon, whose steady guidance has been instrumental throughout this process.It's been a standout season, for the IPL and for Punjab Kings both on and off the field. None of it would've been possible without our fans. Your support through every high and low has meant the world, and we're truly grateful We also make a humble appeal to the media, please keep the reporting calm, factual, and responsible. This isn't the moment for panic or noise. It's a moment to move forward with care and perspective."advertisement"Most importantly, in moments like these, it's important we stay united and composed. We stand firmly with our armed forces. Nation First. Always. Yesterday's game in Dharamshala was unforgettable, from B Praak's stirring tribute to our armed forces to the electric atmosphere in the stands. Thank you once again to every single person who played a part in ensuring the safety, success, and spirit of this journey," read the statement from PBKS. BCCI suspends IPL for a weekThe BCCI on Friday, May 9, decided to suspend the IPL for a week amidst the escalating cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. The cricket body also announced that the new schedule and venues for the remainder of the campaign will be announced in 'due course.' Tune InMust Watch
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