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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Big blow for RCB! No Tim David in playing XI vs PBKS; fans stunned as Liam Livingstone retains spot in IPL 2025 final
After over two months of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 — including a one-week suspension due to India-Pakistan border tensions — it's finally time for the Final, featuring two teams that have never lifted the trophy in 17 years. Hoping to change their fate in the tournament's 18th edition, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. At the toss, RCB skipper Rajat Patidar once again lost. While the toss result was out of his control, it was what he said afterward that left netizens confused, surprised, angry, and stunned. RCB's playing XI for the IPL 2025 Final The Bengaluru captain mentioned that they, too, wanted to field first, but it was his statement about playing the same XI as in Qualifier 1 that disappointed fans. The unchanged lineup means no Tim David in the playing XI, and Liam Livingstone gets another chance to prove himself in the IPL 2025 Final. There had been uncertainty surrounding Tim David's availability, and it now appears he is still not match-fit after suffering a hamstring injury. Fans react to no Tim David in the team Many cricket fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express their frustration and question why the big-hitter was not included in the playing XI. Several pointed out how Tim David has rescued RCB from tough situations in the past and was needed now more than ever. Some believe this decision could be a game-changer — potentially costing RCB the final. One said, "I knew it RCB will lose toss and are going to bat now. I feel RCB is losing man it just like 19/11 no Tim David they can only go up to 180." I knew it rcb will lose toss and r going to bat now .I feel rcb is losing man it just like 19/11 no time david they can only go upto 180 Another said, "Same team Tim David?" Same team rcb No tim david ?#RCBvPBKS One wrote, "It's big Tim David in the 11 for RCB." Ita big blow 😭😐 No Tim David in the 11 for #RCB #IPLFinals Another wrote, "RCB technically the 'home' team I guess because they won Qualifier 1, so Rajat Patidar tosses, Shreyas Iyer ever in IPL2025 RCB lose the home toss. Punjab bowling have same teams. That means unfortunately Tim David is not yet fit." RCB technically the "home" team I guess because they won Qualifier 1, so Rajat Patidar tosses, Shreyas Iyer ever in #IPL2025 RCB lose the home toss. Punjab bowling have same teams. That means unfortunately Tim David is not yet fit. #IPLFinal RCB vs PBKS: Teams Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Mayank Agarawal, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, Josh HazlewoodImpact Subs: Rasikh Salam, Manoj Bhandage, Tim Seifert, Swapnil Singh, Suyash Sharma. Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Priyansh Arya, Josh Inglis(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Jamieson, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra ChahalImpact Subs: Prabhsimran Singh, Praveen Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Xavier Bartlet, Harpreet Brar
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First Post
17-05-2025
- Sport
- First Post
IPL 2025: BCCI pays tribute to Indian armed forces during RCB vs KKR rain-hit match
The BCCI paid tribute to the Indian armed forces with a heartfelt message on the big screen during the rain-hit RCB vs KKR match in IPL 2025. The game was delayed due to rain in Bengaluru after the league resumed post the India-Pakistan conflict. read more The Indian armed forces were paid tribute during the RCB vs KKR game. Image: BCCI The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 resumed on Saturday night after a week-long break but rain spoiled the much-awaited clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, there is something special that happened during the rain delay. As fans waited in the stands hoping for the rain to stop, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) paid tribute to the Indian armed forces. A large message was shown on the stadium's giant screen thanking the Indian military. This gesture has been shown amid the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD More from First Cricket Rahul Dravid hails Rohit Sharma as Wankhede stand is named after him: 'A reward for your contribution' The IPL 2025 was suspended on 9 May due to tensions along the India-Pakistan border. The match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was disrupted due to Pakistani strikes in nearby areas. The BCCI arranged a train next morning and brought everyone involved in the conduct of the match back to Delhi. After a tense week, the tournament finally restarted on Saturday. But the restart didn't go as planned with the RCB vs KKR game affected by non-stop rain in Bengaluru. The cut-off time for a reduced match is 10:56 PM. If the match is abandoned, both teams will be awarded a point each. KKR will be eliminated from the tournament as they need full points from tonight's game to stay alive. RCB, on the other hand, will go on top of the IPL 2025 points table with 17 points.
Business Upturn
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Upturn
IPL 2025 New Schedule Live Updates: IPL return on the cards; fixtures to be out soon
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 12, 2025, 14:27 IST The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is poised for a return, days after it was abruptly suspended due to escalating cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan. With improved security conditions and a ceasefire now in effect, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce a revised schedule shortly. IPL 2025 Suspended: What happened? The IPL 2025 was officially suspended on Friday, May 9, following Pakistan's missile strikes that targeted regions including Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia. Although all missiles were intercepted by India's air defence systems and no venues were directly hit, the decision was taken swiftly to prioritise the safety of players, staff, and fans. The move came just hours after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in Dharamshala was called off midway. At the time of suspension, 16 matches remained—12 league games and four playoffs. Franchises respond: Ticket refunds and updates Sunrisers Hyderabad announced full refunds for tickets to their home game against Kolkata Knight Riders, originally scheduled for May 10. The match was to be held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. 'In light of the current situation, #TATAIPL2025 has been suspended with immediate effect. Ticket refund details will be communicated shortly,' SRH posted on their official social media handles. BCCI's stance: Tournament likely to resume soon BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla told reporters on Sunday that while a final decision on the revised schedule has not yet been taken, officials are actively working on the matter. 'The tournament was suspended for a week, and yesterday there was a ceasefire… The tournament will be restarted soon,' said Shukla. In a statement issued earlier, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the decision to suspend IPL 2025 was made in consultation with franchises, broadcasters, and key stakeholders. 'While the BCCI reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders,' Saikia said. When was IPL last stopped midway? This marks a rare disruption in IPL history. The last such suspension occurred in 2021 during the COVID-19 second wave, when the tournament was halted and later resumed in the UAE. As the security situation stabilises and discussions progress, fans can expect an announcement regarding the new schedule and venues in the coming days. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
India.com
11-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Will RCB Skipper Rajat Patidar Miss Game Against LSG When IPL 2025 Resumes? Heres Latest Update
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is likely to resume soon after the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. According to media reports, the BCCI is contemplating to host the remaining IPL 2025 matches in the three venues - Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad from May 16. The new schedule is likely released to the IPL franchise by Sunday night. IPL 2025 was suspended on Friday, May 9, when Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) were scheduled to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at home. Had the game gone ahead as scheduled, Jitesh Sharma would have led RCB in absence of regular skipper Rajat Patidar, who is currently recovering from a finger injury. "I was very grateful for the opportunity given to me. They were giving me an opportunity to captain RCB and it's a very big thing for me and my family. I was thinking of what the right combination would be because both Devdutt [Padikkal] and Rajat were not available, and it was a big responsibility to replace them," Jitesh said on RCB Bold Diaries. "And as per the position we were on the points table, we would have won this game. All of this was going on in my head and all the meetings with coaches and players in those two-three days, batting order, discussions with bowlers. I had good fun," he added. According to an ESPNcricinfo report, the 31-year-old Patidar suffered the injury while fielding during RCB's home game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on May 3. He was advised to wear a splint to protect the finger and refrain from training for at least 10 days before the injury could be assessed. The temporary suspension of IPL 2025 due to cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan has given Patidar at least a week's time to recover without missing matches. In normal circumstances, Patidar would have missed at least two matches. The report further mentioned that RCB is being cautious with Patidar's recovery, keeping in mind his availability for the IPL playoffs and as well as his possible selection for the upcoming India A tour of England. The squad for the England tour is likely to be announced in the coming days. RCB skipper Patidar returned to Bengaluru from Lucknow with the rest of the squad. Despite the setback, he was optimistic about playing the remainder of the IPL season if it resumes in the next week. Patidar-led RCB were second on the points table in the IPL 2025 points table with eight wins and three defeats from 11 games. Their remaining three group matches are against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
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Business Standard
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
BCCI's meeting on IPL 2025 resumption today; here's what to expect
When the BCCI on Friday, May 9, announced that the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 would be suspended for a week due to cross-border conflict between India and Pakistan, it put the future of the tournament in question. But on Saturday, May 10, it was announced that India and Pakistan would have a ceasefire with immediate effect. This opened a window for the BCCI to get IPL 2025 back on track, and just as expected, they, without wasting any time, scheduled a meeting with all 10 IPL franchises and stakeholders to discuss how to resume the tournament today. When can IPL 2025 resume? The first and most important agenda of the BCCI's meeting would be to decide when to resume IPL 2025. As of now, fans can expect that the BCCI will at least take the time of the remaining days of the suspension and could resume the event on Thursday or Friday. The wait could extend if the BCCI decides to be extra cautious and watch out for a few more days before delivering a final verdict. Bring back things in similar fashion? One of the possible outcomes of the Sunday meeting could be the BCCI deciding to bring things back in the manner they were earlier planned after the end of the week-long suspension. There are 16 matches left to be played this season, and if the tension between India and Pakistan does not escalate after the ceasefire, the BCCI should face no logistical issue, and they can finish the tournament with a little delay. BCCI still continues with Plan B After the suspension of IPL 2025, the BCCI devised a Plan B for the resumption of the tournament, according to which they intended to host the tail-ender of the tournament at one or two venues, possibly Chennai, Bengaluru, or Hyderabad. Despite having the opportunity to conclude the rest of the tournament as originally planned, the BCCI can still go ahead with the plan just to avoid risking another halt to the tournament. Double-headers to stay close to the original finish date? The suspension of the IPL has disrupted the international cricket calendars, as many international teams believe that if the BCCI decides to hold the tournament during their calendar, it will put their players in an ethical dilemma—whether to return for the IPL or play for their nation. To avoid this, the BCCI can decide to host the remainder of the matches as double-headers, which will significantly reduce the number of days required for the tournament to end, thus allowing everyone and everything to go as per schedule.
