Shocking! Pakistan-India T20 World Cup Match Tickets Priced in Millions
ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup: Pakistan-India Match Tickets Fetching High Prices
Days after the commencement of ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, enthusiasts are eagerly gearing up for the much-anticipated clash between Pakistan and India. However, with the excitement comes a surge in ticket prices, reaching staggering figures in the resale market.
Initially priced at a modest $6 during the official sales, the tickets for the Pakistan-India match have seen a remarkable uptick in value. Premium tickets, initially available for $400, have now soared to unprecedented heights, with some reaching over $50,000 (approximately PKR 13.91 million) on resale websites like StubHub and SeatGeek, as reported by USA Today.
This year marks a significant milestone for cricket enthusiasts in the United States as the country co-hosts its first-ever ICC cricket tournament alongside the West Indies. With a total of 55 matches scheduled across Texas, New York, and Florida from June 1 to June 29, anticipation is running high among fans eager to witness the cricketing extravaganza.
New York City is poised to host the highly anticipated showdown between Pakistan and India on June 9, adding to the excitement surrounding the tournament. However, as demand for tickets surges, prices in the resale market have skyrocketed, with the cheapest ticket for the marquee clash fetching a staggering $1,259 on StubHub.
While the International Cricket Council (ICC) assured that no additional fees would be imposed beyond specified taxes, the resale market has seen prices soar to unprecedented levels. On SeatGeek, the highest-priced ticket for the Pakistan-India match has reached close to $175,000, with additional fees amounting to $50,000, bringing the total price to nearly a quarter of a million dollars.
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Even the lowest-priced ticket available on SeatGeek for the match is a hefty $1,166 without tax or fees, highlighting the immense demand and premium attached to witnessing one of cricket’s most iconic rivalries unfold on the grand stage of the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup.
