“There is no moment for panic”: Punjab Kings “Humble appeal” to media after IPL suspension

The ongoing tension between India and Pakistan has shocked the whole world. These conditions also gave birth to midway suspension of IPL 2025 on Friday. The match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capital came under a drone attack from Pakistan after a blackout protocol in Dharmasala after a blackout protocol in Dharmasala and Jammu (a little more than 197 km from Dharamasala) and Jammu (a little more than 197 km). Fludlights slowed down and players and fans were quickly evacuated from the ground.

As the airport in Dharmasala was closed, a special Vande India was arranged to escort both teams and their staff members in Delhi.

After reaching the national capitals, the Punjab -based franchise issued a statement and thanked the Indians for their support and urged the media for reporting responsible during the difficult times.

“We are happy to stating that all our players, assistant employees and all those associated with Punjab Kings Cricket Operations are safe and safe. Heartfelt thanks to BCCI, IPL, Indian Railways, Police, State Officers and our internal operating team, to ensure the safe movement of players, coaches, families and assistant employees, both Deli Capital and Punjab Kings said.

Great to all for Swift action to ensure safety of all!

Standing together – the country of the country 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/o9r4rfxxxc

– Punjab Kings (@Punjabkingsipl) May 9, 2025

We also make a humble appeal to the media, please keep the reporting calm, factual and responsible. This is not a moment for nervousness or noise. This is a moment of moving forward with attention and perspective, “the statement states.

On Friday afternoon, BCCI suspended the remaining Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for a week with immediate effect due to the increasing border-limit tension between India and Pakistan.

The Indian Board confirmed that further updates about new programs and places of the tournament would be announced after comprehensive evaluation of the situation in consultation with relevant officers and stakeholders.

“At this critical point, the BCCI stands firmly with the nation. We express our solidarity with the Government of India, Armed Forces and the people of our country. The board salutes the bravery, courage and selfless service of our armed forces, for which heroic efforts continue under Operation Sindhore, as they recently reacts to the terrorist attack to make a resolution to the terrorist attack.

He said, “While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing more than our country’s nation and its sovereignty, integrity and security. BCCI is firmly committed to supporting all efforts that protect India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation.”