MUMBAI: The highly anticipated 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is off to a thrilling start, with several nail-biting encounters keeping cricket fans on the edge of their seats.
So far, teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Chennai Super Kings have registered impressive victories.
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Meanwhile, the excitement continues as Delhi Capitals gear up to face Gujarat Titans in today's much-anticipated clash.
Viral Moment at the Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony added an extra layer of excitement with a spectacular performance featuring Hindi movie superstar Shah Rukh Khan and cricket legend Virat Kohli. Their energetic dance went viral on social media, becoming an instant sensation.
The Controversy Surrounding Irfan Pathan
However, as is often the case with the IPL, controversy has once again taken centre stage. This time, the spotlight is on former cricketer Irfan Pathan, who has been unexpectedly dropped from the IPL 2025 commentary panel.
Fans were quick to notice his absence from both the opening ceremony and the official commentator list released by the BCCI.
Pathan had been a familiar voice in previous seasons, making his sudden disappearance all the more intriguing. According to reports from MyKhel, the decision to remove Pathan from the commentary team followed complaints from several active Indian cricketers.
Allegations surfaced suggesting that Pathan was engaging in biased commentary and allegedly pushing a personal agenda against certain individuals.
Player Fallout and BCCI's Decision
The controversy deepened when reports claimed that an Indian cricketer had blocked Pathan's number due to comments he made during a match against Australia. This incident reportedly did not sit well with BCCI officials, ultimately leading to their decision to sack the former all-rounder from the commentary panel.
Adding fuel to the fire, some fans speculated that Pathan's sacking could be linked to his past criticism of Virat Kohli's form during the 2024 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, no official confirmation has been provided regarding this speculation.
Uncertain Future
As the dust settles, the question on everyone's mind remains: Will Irfan Pathan return to the commentary box in the future, or is this the end of his IPL commentary stint?
For now, fans will have to wait and watch as the season continues to unfold.
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CREDITS : INDIA.COM, MYKHEL
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