Overview: The upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024 to be hosted by West Indies and USA in June has created a frenzy for match tickets, especially for the much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan. Here’s what you need to know about the ticket madness surrounding this high-stakes match.
ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Match Schedule:
- The Indian team’s first match is against Ireland on June 5th.
- The highly-awaited India-Pakistan encounter is scheduled for June 9th.
- India will face America in their third match on June 12th.
- All three matches will take place in New York.
Ticket Availability and Resale:
- ICC initiated the ticket sale process in early February, with tickets for most matches, including India vs. Pakistan, quickly selling out.
- Resale platforms like StubHub and SeatGeek have become hotspots for purchasing tickets, albeit at significantly inflated prices.
- Shockingly, according to USA Today, the ticket price for the India-Pakistan match has skyrocketed to a staggering Rs 1.86 crore.
Price Disparity:
- During the initial ticket sale phase, prices ranged from approximately Rs 497 to Rs 33,148 (excluding tax), as per ICC.
- However, VIP tickets offered on resale platforms soared to around Rs 33.15 lakh, with additional platform fees pushing prices to approximately Rs 41.44 lakh.
- The cheapest ticket available for the India-Pakistan match on StubHub is priced at Rs 1.04 lakh, while the most expensive ticket on SeatGeek reaches an eye-watering Rs 1.86 crore, inclusive of platform fees.
Comparison to Previous Events:
- Notably, the most expensive ticket for the India-Pakistan match during the ODI World Cup 2023 was Rs 57.15 lakh, highlighting the unprecedented demand and price surge for the upcoming T20 encounter.
Conclusion: The surge in ticket prices underscores the immense anticipation and fervor surrounding the India-Pakistan clash in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. As fans eagerly await the showdown, securing tickets has become a competitive and high-priced endeavor, reflecting the unparalleled excitement for this monumental cricketing event.
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