IPL 2025 Resumes Amidst Tensions: Players Pay Tribute to Indian Army

IPL 2025 Kicks Off Again

The IPL 2025 has officially resumed after a brief suspension due to rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Following a ceasefire agreement, the tournament is set to continue from May 17. Teams are back in action, and in a show of solidarity, international players have paid tribute to the Indian Army.

Renowned English cricketer Kevin Pietersen expressed his excitement by sharing a photo of all the captains participating in IPL 2025, highlighting the thrill of the tournament's return. Similarly, Pat Cummins, the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad, also posted the same image on his Instagram story, conveying a message that one billion fans are reuniting today. He thanked the Indian Army for their bravery and inspiration.

Pat Cummins Instagram story for Indian Army. 🇮🇳
Thank you pat .❤️ pic.twitter.com/Kwt13tWemJ

— Ankit Dwivedi (@Im_AnkitDevil) May 17, 2025

TONIGHT - @IPL 🙏🏽🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/lj4BWtYf9Z

— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) May 17, 2025