'I wonder if...' - Michael Vaughan comes up with thoughtful proposal for BCCI to resume IPL

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided to suspend the ongoing Indian Premier League 2025 (IPL 2025) midway. The Board has taken this decision in the wake of the increasing cross-border rift between India and Pakistan, which is escalating with every passing day.

The 58 matches of the tournament have already been concluded, including the called-off game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala. Now, 16 matches are remaining to be played in the tournament, including the playoffs and final, with six teams in strong competition for qualification to the tournament’s knockout stage.

Meanwhile, the former England skipper and now a renowned cricket analyst or commentator, Michael Vaughan, came up with a thoughtful proposal for the BCCI to resume the IPL.

“We have all the venues” – Michael Vaughan

Vaughan, in his recent X post, suggested that the BCCI should continue with the IPL in such a way that it also works for the Indian players as well.

“I wonder if it's possible to finish the IPL in the UK. We have all the venues, and the Indian players can then stay on for the Test series. Just a thought?” wrote Michael Vaughan in his X post.  

I wonder if it’s possible to finish the IPL in the UK .. We have all the venues and the Indian players can then stay on for the Test series .. Just a thought ?

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) May 9, 2025

Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) came up with a clarification on its decision to suspend the premium franchise tournament midway, with an immediate effect.

“Further updates regarding the new schedule and venues of the tournament will be announced in due course after a comprehensive assessment of the situation in consultation with relevant authorities and stakeholders,” said BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia in the official statement.

“The decision was taken by the IPL Governing Council after due consultation with all key stakeholders following the representations from most of the franchisees, who conveyed the concern and sentiments of their players, and also the views of the broadcaster, sponsors and fans; while the BCCI reposes full faith in the strength and preparedness of our armed forces, the Board considered it prudent to act in the collective interest of all stakeholders,” he added later.