Airport closure poses travel hurdles for IPL teams ahead of crucial Dharamsala matches

IPL Teams face Logistical Challenge with Airports Shut

THE TEMPORARY closure of Dharamsala airport after India’s missile attack on Pakistan has disrupted the travel plans of IPL teams. Dharamsala, which is due to host the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals clash on Thursday, has one more match left on schedule – the May 11 game between Punjab and Mumbai Indians. For Thursday’s (8) match, both teams have reached, but since the use of floodlights is a security issue, it could affect the match timings. A H…

Airport closure poses travel hurdles for IPL teams ahead of crucial Dharamsala matches

The travel plans of IPL teams which are scheduled to play in Dharamsala this week have gone for a toss due to the temporary closure of the hill town’s airport after India’s missile attack on Pakistan and the BCCI is weighing its options to deal with the volatile situation. Dharamsala, which is due to host the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals clash on Thursday, has one more match left on schedule the May 11 game between Punjab and Mumbai Indians. F…

Dharamshala IPL Matches in Limbo Amid Airspace Closure and Rising Tensions

Shimla: The picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala, known for its scenic backdrop of the Dhauladhar mountains, was set to host key Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 matches on May 8 and 11 this month. However, the recent escalation in India-Pakistan tensions has cast uncertainty over these fixtures. Following India’s Operation Sindoor, which involved missile strikes on targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-admin…