The IPL was suspended on May 8 after a game in Dharamsala was evacuated. Most overseas players have returned home, but some will stay for the World Test Championship final, while others have families hesitant about returning to India. To mitigate the impact of missing players, IPL authorities have extended the temporary replacement window for the tournament's final phase.

What are the new IPL 2025 rules?

The rule change comes after a week-long suspension of the league due to tensions between India and Pakistan, with some players unlikely to return on 17 May. 
Jamie Overton (Chennai Super Kings) and Jake Fraser-McGurk (Delhi Capitals) have opted not to continue in the tournament, concluding on 3 June. 
Overton has played three games this season and is now part of England's squad for the ODI series against West Indies starting 29 May.

The majority of the Australian players are not expected to return for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL). In response, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has permitted franchises to sign temporary replacements. However, these replacement players will not be eligible for retention in the following season.

The match will resume on Saturday with Royal Challengers Bengaluru hosting the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders.

Four players were signed in the 48 hours before suspension: Sediqullah Atal (Delhi Capitals), Mayank Agarwal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru), Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Nandre Burger (both Rajasthan Royals). 

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FAQs

What is the Smart Replay System in IPL 2025? 

In the Smart Replay System, TV umpires can use the Hawk-eye camera images and videos to make more accurate decisions in less time. This system is a new technology designed to enhance decision-making efficiency and streamline the Decision Review System (DRS) process.

How many matches will a team play in IPL 2025? 

A total of 17 matches will be played after the resumption, with two double-headers, both of which will be played on Sundays. The revised schedule features 13 league games and the four playoff matches.

What is the fine for slow over rate penalty in IPL 2025?

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya was fined ₹24 lakhs for a second slow over-rate offense, and his team was also penalized. Additionally, Gujarat Titans' head coach Ashish Nehra was fined 25% of his match fee and received a demerit point for conduct that went against the spirit of the game during their rain-affected match.

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