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As the excitement for the T20 World Cup 2024 builds up, ticket prices for the much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan have soa♒red to unprecedented levels. The iconic🍸 clash, set to take place on June 9th at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, has fans scrambling for tickets despite their exorbitant prices.
The Rivalry: India and Pakistan
The rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of the most electrifying in the world of cricket, fueled not only by sportsmanship but also by historical and geopolitical tensions. The two nations have not faced each other in a bilateral serie♉s since 2012-13, making their encounters in ICC events even more intense. India’s dominance over Pakistan in these events further adds to the drama and anticipation, driving 🍌Pakistani players and fans to seek redemption. The stakes are always high when these two teams meet, with national pride and bragging rights on the line.
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Soaring ticket prices for the T20 World Cup 2024 clash
According to media reports, the cheapest ticket for the India vs. Pakistan match is priced at an astounding $2,400. When converted to Indian currency, this amount exceeds Rs 2 lakh. A few weeks ago, it emerged claiming that the most expensive ticket for this highly anticipated match was being sold for Rs 1.86 crore ($ 22000). This trend is reminiscent of the ODI World Cup 2023, where ticket prices for the India-Pakisꦕtan match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad soared to INR 57 lak♛hs. The final game at the same venue also saw ticket prices escalate dramatically. Despite these astronomical prices, fans were willing to pay substantial amounts to witness the spectacle live.
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Team preparations
While India has already named their 15-man squad along with four reserves, Pakistan are yet to announce theirs. It is expected that Pakistan will reveal their squad following their first T20I against England. This strategic delay could be to assess player form and fitness closely before fi🍎nalizing the squad.