Scheduling Conflict with IPL 2025
New Zealand cricket players might have to miss out on the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a scheduling conflict. The New Zealand cricket team is set to host Pakistan for five T20 Internationals (T20Is) and three One Day Internationals (ODIs) during late March and early April. These dates overlap with the IPL 2025 schedule.
Impact of Champions Trophy
After the Champions Trophy, New Zealand will play against Pakistan in these white-ball series. With no significant international assignments lined up post-Champions Trophy, New Zealand might field a second-string team for the Pakistan series, which could lead to their top players missing the IPL.
Historical Precedents
This situation mirrors the previous year when New Zealand and Pakistan played a white-ball series during the IPL, resulting in New Zealand fielding a second-string side. The same scenario might unfold in the next season, impacting player availability for the IPL.
New Zealand’s International Commitments
New Zealand’s cricket schedule is packed with international fixtures. They will travel to India for three Tests starting October 16, followed by a series against England. Post these series, they will host Sri Lanka in a white-ball series starting December 28 and then travel to Pakistan for an ODI tri-series.
Detailed Schedule
Here is a detailed schedule of New Zealand’s upcoming fixtures:
vs England Men:
- November 28-December 2: 1st Test, Christchurch
- December 6-December 10: 2nd Test, Wellington
- December 14-December 18: 3rd Test, Hamilton
vs Sri Lanka Men:
- December 28: 1st T20I, Tauranga
- December 30: 2nd T20I, Tauranga
- January 2: 3rd T20I, Nelson
- January 5: 1st ODI, Wellington
- January 8: 2nd ODI, Hamilton
- January 11: 3rd ODI, Auckland
In the 2025-26 season, New Zealand is scheduled to play two home Tests against West Indies, adding to their extensive cricketing calendar. This crowded schedule poses challenges for player participation in international leagues like the IPL.(cricket betting app)