Islamabad, 8 May, 2025: The IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab, originally scheduled for May 11 in Dharamshala, has been moved to Ahmedabad.
The decision was reportedly taken in light of increasing security concerns, as Indian authorities assessed the possibility of a cross-border threat.
According to local sources, operations at Dharamshala airport have been suspended as a precautionary step, reflecting the seriousness of the situation.
Officials have not publicly confirmed the specific nature of the threat, but sources said the change was made to avoid any disruption during the high-profile match.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet to release an official statement regarding the venue change.
In a related development, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has also been affected.
The scheduled match between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings, which was to be played on the evening of May 8 at Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, has been postponed.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly held an emergency meeting with team officials and law enforcement authorities before reaching the decision.
While the safety of players and fans was said to be the top priority, no new date has been announced for the rescheduled match.
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Both cricketing boards appear to be closely monitoring the ongoing diplomatic and security situation in the region.
It remains unclear whether additional matches in either league will be affected in the coming days.
The developments come as tensions continue to escalate along the border, with both sides heightening their military alertness in recent weeks.
While officials in both countries have refrained from issuing public statements about the current standoff, sporting events have increasingly come under scrutiny.
