Dharamsala match called off; IPL awaits government directive

Senior office bearers of the BCCI were locked in discussions over a conference call on Thursday night

- Shantanu Srivastava and Rasesh Mandani

In a dramatic turn of events, the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was called off midway in Dharamsala as heavy shelling was reported in the border areas amid ongoing military tension between India and Pakistan.

With the situation on the border tense, a call on whether the remainder of the tournament will go ahead is contingent on government advice.

Senior office bearers of the BCCI were locked in discussions over a conference call on Thursday night.

"We are reviewing the situation right now. It is an evolving situation. We haven't received any directive from the government yet. Obviously the decision will be taken keeping all the logistics in mind," IPL chairman Arun Dhumal said PTI.

Asked about Friday's game in Lucknow, he said: "Yes, it is on as of now but obviously it is an evolving situation and any decision will be taken keeping the best interest of all stakeholders in mind."