India, May 9 -- The ongoing edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended in wake of the ongoing border tensions between India and Pakistan, a BCCI official has confirmed.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's top brass got together virtually to discuss the matter after escalation of India-Pakistan tensions on Thursday night.

BCCI officials have had consultations with government officials over the matter.

But the decision to pause the tournament was arrived after primarily for poor optics with the nation in war-like situation. A number of overseas players and coaches were also uncomfortable to continue playing in the prevailing situation.

Once the tournament is suspended, efforts will be made to reschedule the remain...