While Pat Cummins and Travis Head will rejoin Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Josh Hazlewood is still evaluating his fitness for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Starc’s withdrawal is a major blow to Delhi Capitals’ playoff hopes.

As per the updated itinerary, the league stage will now conclude on May 27, with the grand finale slated for June 3.

Previously, IPL regulations allowed franchises to bring in replacement players only in cases of injury or illness and only up until their 12th match of the season.

Ahead of the IPL's resumption on May 17, the Gujarat Titans have strengthened their squad by bringing in Jos Buttler and Gerald Coetzee. These two additions will provide a boost to the team’s already impressive lineup, although their availability could be impacted by England’s ODI series.

Franchises have been informed that teams with a single home game left—like CSK and SRH—will play them in Delhi. Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is an exception due to its central location and logistical convenience, with broadcast equipment already stationed there.

For now, the BCCI remains cautious, keeping all options open as it prioritizes safety. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether IPL 2025 continues in India or marks an unprecedented move overseas.

With both teams in a tight playoff race, the outcome of this match is significant. However, national security and the safety of everyone involved now take precedence. The fate of the IPL 2025 season could hinge on developments over the coming days, with the league’s continuity hanging in the balance.

At 26 for three, RCB were under pressure before Krunal and Kohli stabilized the innings. Krunal’s clean hitting, particularly against Mukesh Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav, stood out. Kohli, continuing his remarkable consistency, recorded his sixth fifty-plus score in ten games.

KL Rahul has been putting in the hard yards in the nets and his efforts have reflected on the field. He’s been in great form throughout the tournament, including a solid unbeaten 57 off 42 balls in a recent game against Lucknow Super Giants.

Rishabh Pant has managed just 106 runs in nine matches so far in IPL 2025, with a modest strike rate of 96.36, reflecting his limited contribution this season. Following Lucknow Super Giants’ defeat to Delhi Capitals, Pant acknowledged in the post-match interview that the team is still struggling to identify its ideal playing combination.