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The Independent
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
WCA concerned players cannot make ‘informed decisions' over return to IPL action
The World Cricketers' Association has expressed concern over a lack of transparency over security arrangements at the Indian Premier League, leaving players struggling to make 'informed decisions' over returning. The IPL and the Pakistan Super League were paused last week as military hostilities between the two nations escalated sharply, but a ceasefire means both tournaments have announced plans to resume. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) plans to hold its final 17 games between May 17 and June 3, in six approved venues, with franchises now attempting to reassemble their playing squads. There are 10 English players among the overseas contingent who must decide whether to fly back just days after leaving as tensions spiked in the region. Their number includes former white-ball captain Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell and Phil Salt, all of whom have the additional issue of a potential clash with the revised knockout stages and England's ODI series against the West Indies. Opinion among overseas players is understood to be split and Tom Moffat, chief executive of the global players' union, is worried about the flow of information from organisers. He told the PA news agency: 'With respect to the IPL, without players and their national governing bodies having oversight and engagement on security arrangements, it's difficult for players to make fully informed decisions. 'This engagement would normally happen efficiently through the players' chosen representatives as players are not security experts and nor should they be expected to simply trust the system. 'We know there are differing levels of comfort from individual players and given the unique circumstances there would be an expectation from all reasonable people in our sport that any decision made by players should not be held against them. 'Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in both tournaments.' The latter point appears to pertain to the IPL's recent rule changes that penalise players who pull out of the tournament for reasons other than injury by banning them from subsequent editions. It is not yet clear if that would be applied in the current circumstances. PA understands the Professional Cricketers' Association has hosted regular calls with those affected and had scheduled another for Tuesday, reflecting new independent security advice. Rob Key, director of men's cricket at the England and Wales Cricket Board, has yet to announce whether English players will be available for the entirety of the new IPL schedule, leaving open the possibility of a clash for those who would otherwise have featured in the squad to face the West Indies. Buttler, Salt, Bethell, Will Jacks, Reece Topley and Liam Livingstone could all be caught up in that conundrum. Moffat, meanwhile, is happier with the plans for the PSL resumption, stating the Pakistan Cricket Board had 'engaged positively with players and their representatives on restart arrangements'. The competition will restart on the same day as the IPL, May 17, and conclude eight days later. With just eight matches in total still to play, it is even more doubtful that foreign players, including seven from England, will be tempted back. PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi announced the news on X, posting: 'HBL PSL X picks up from where it left off! Six teams, zero fear. Let the aura take over as we unite and celebrate the spirit of cricket. Best of luck to all the teams!'
South Wales Guardian
09-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
IPL suspends matches for a week after PSL moves games to United Arab Emirates
The IPL's announcement follows confirmation from the Pakistan Cricket Board that the Pakistan Super League season will be concluded in the United Arab Emirates. Tensions have escalated sharply following Indian missile strikes that killed at least 26 people in disputed Kashmir last weekend, which Pakistan has vowed to avenge. TATA IPL 2025 suspended for one week. More details here 👇👇 | #TATAIPL — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 9, 2025 In a statement, the IPL confirmed that updates regarding a new schedule and venues will be announced in due course following consultations with stakeholders and franchisees. It added: 'While the BCCI [Board of Control for Cricket in India] 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. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation.' Ten English players are currently playing in the IPL, with seven more in Pakistan. All the latter are involved in a WhatsApp group, which has been used to discuss the ongoing situation and share information. The Professional Cricketers' Association has been offering logistical assistance and support, keeping players informed with up to date security details and government advice. The England and Wales Cricket Board has also been monitoring official channels. The process of facilitating the departures of overseas players from India has already begun, and the PA news agency understands that a number of English players have already left. Tom Moffat, the chief executive of the World Cricketers' Association, told the PA news agency: 'It has been concerning to see the situation unfold in India and Pakistan and we hope that the situation de-escalates as soon as possible. 'Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in the IPL and PSL. 'WCA and our member associations have been in regular contact with impacted players and assisting with advice to help with their individual decisions, supported by our expert security consultants.' 'We are pleased both events have acted on concerns raised.' The PCB said it had made its decision to attempt to conclude its competition in the UAE as a consequence of India allegedly targeting the match between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Wednesday evening with a surveillance drone. It follows the postponement of a match on Thursday between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi that involved three English players – James Vince, Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Luke Wood. 🚨 Remaining fixtures of #HBLPSLX have been shifted to the UAE 🚨 The exact schedule will be shared in due course 🏏 🗒️ More details 👉 — PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) May 8, 2025 Confirming the switch to Dubai, PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi added: 'The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. 'However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India.'
Rhyl Journal
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
IPL suspends matches for a week after PSL moves games to United Arab Emirates
The IPL's announcement follows confirmation from the Pakistan Cricket Board that the Pakistan Super League season will be concluded in the United Arab Emirates. Tensions have escalated sharply following Indian missile strikes that killed at least 26 people in disputed Kashmir last weekend, which Pakistan has vowed to avenge. TATA IPL 2025 suspended for one week. More details here 👇👇 | #TATAIPL — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 9, 2025 In a statement, the IPL confirmed that updates regarding a new schedule and venues will be announced in due course following consultations with stakeholders and franchisees. It added: 'While the BCCI [Board of Control for Cricket in India] 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. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation.' Ten English players are currently playing in the IPL, with seven more in Pakistan. All the latter are involved in a WhatsApp group, which has been used to discuss the ongoing situation and share information. The Professional Cricketers' Association has been offering logistical assistance and support, keeping players informed with up to date security details and government advice. The England and Wales Cricket Board has also been monitoring official channels. The process of facilitating the departures of overseas players from India has already begun, and the PA news agency understands that a number of English players have already left. Tom Moffat, the chief executive of the World Cricketers' Association, told the PA news agency: 'It has been concerning to see the situation unfold in India and Pakistan and we hope that the situation de-escalates as soon as possible. 'Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in the IPL and PSL. 'WCA and our member associations have been in regular contact with impacted players and assisting with advice to help with their individual decisions, supported by our expert security consultants.' 'We are pleased both events have acted on concerns raised.' The PCB said it had made its decision to attempt to conclude its competition in the UAE as a consequence of India allegedly targeting the match between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Wednesday evening with a surveillance drone. It follows the postponement of a match on Thursday between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi that involved three English players – James Vince, Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Luke Wood. 🚨 Remaining fixtures of #HBLPSLX have been shifted to the UAE 🚨 The exact schedule will be shared in due course 🏏 🗒️ More details 👉 — PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) May 8, 2025 Confirming the switch to Dubai, PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi added: 'The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. 'However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India.'
RTÉ News
09-05-2025
- Politics
- RTÉ News
IPL suspends matches for a week after PSL moves games to United Arab Emirates
The Indian Premier League has confirmed that all its matches will be suspended with immediate affect for one week due to escalating tensions in the region. The IPL's announcement follows confirmation from the Pakistan Cricket Board that the Pakistan Super League season will be concluded in the United Arab Emirates. Tensions have escalated sharply following Indian missile strikes that killed at least 26 people in disputed Kashmir last weekend, which Pakistan has vowed to avenge. In a statement, the IPL confirmed that updates regarding a new schedule and venues will be announced in due course following consultations with stakeholders and franchisees. It added: "While the BCCI [Board of Control for Cricket in India] 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. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation." Tom Moffat, the chief executive of the World Cricketers' Association, told the PA news agency: "It has been concerning to see the situation unfold in India and Pakistan and we hope that the situation de-escalates as soon as possible. "Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in the IPL and PSL. "WCA and our member associations have been in regular contact with impacted players and assisting with advice to help with their individual decisions, supported by our expert security consultants." "We are pleased both events have acted on concerns raised." The PCB said it had made its decision to attempt to conclude its competition in the UAE as a consequence of India allegedly targeting the match between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Wednesday evening with a surveillance drone. It follows the postponement of a match on Thursday between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi. Confirming the switch to Dubai, PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi added: "The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. "However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India."
North Wales Chronicle
09-05-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
IPL suspends matches for a week after PSL moves games to United Arab Emirates
The IPL's announcement follows confirmation from the Pakistan Cricket Board that the Pakistan Super League season will be concluded in the United Arab Emirates. Tensions have escalated sharply following Indian missile strikes that killed at least 26 people in disputed Kashmir last weekend, which Pakistan has vowed to avenge. TATA IPL 2025 suspended for one week. More details here 👇👇 | #TATAIPL — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 9, 2025 In a statement, the IPL confirmed that updates regarding a new schedule and venues will be announced in due course following consultations with stakeholders and franchisees. It added: 'While the BCCI [Board of Control for Cricket in India] 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. At this critical juncture, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation.' Ten English players are currently playing in the IPL, with seven more in Pakistan. All the latter are involved in a WhatsApp group, which has been used to discuss the ongoing situation and share information. The Professional Cricketers' Association has been offering logistical assistance and support, keeping players informed with up to date security details and government advice. The England and Wales Cricket Board has also been monitoring official channels. The process of facilitating the departures of overseas players from India has already begun, and the PA news agency understands that a number of English players have already left. Tom Moffat, the chief executive of the World Cricketers' Association, told the PA news agency: 'It has been concerning to see the situation unfold in India and Pakistan and we hope that the situation de-escalates as soon as possible. 'Cricket is secondary to the health and safety of the people in both countries, including the players competing in the IPL and PSL. 'WCA and our member associations have been in regular contact with impacted players and assisting with advice to help with their individual decisions, supported by our expert security consultants.' 'We are pleased both events have acted on concerns raised.' The PCB said it had made its decision to attempt to conclude its competition in the UAE as a consequence of India allegedly targeting the match between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Wednesday evening with a surveillance drone. It follows the postponement of a match on Thursday between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi that involved three English players – James Vince, Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Luke Wood. 🚨 Remaining fixtures of #HBLPSLX have been shifted to the UAE 🚨 The exact schedule will be shared in due course 🏏 🗒️ More details 👉 — PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) May 8, 2025 Confirming the switch to Dubai, PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi added: 'The PCB has always stood by the position that politics and sports need to be kept apart. 'However, in view of the extremely irresponsible and dangerous Indian act of targeting the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which was manifestly done to disrupt the ongoing HBL Pakistan Super League X, the PCB has decided to shift the remaining matches to UAE so that the domestic as well as foreign cricketers, who are our precious guests, can be saved from the possible reckless targeting by India.'
