T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule: India face Pakistan on June 9 in New York; final on June 29 | Cricket News – Times of India
Amidst the fervor of cricket enthusiasts, the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup tickets have swiftly found their way onto resale platforms, boasting prices that rival even those of premier sporting events like the NBA or Major League Baseball.
Sold-out showdowns such as the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India clash in New York on Jun. 9 or the India vs. Canada match on Jun. 15 in Lauderhill are commanding prices double their original value.
In the initial sales phase, ticket prices ranged from a modest $6 for standard admission to a premium $400 for exclusive seating at the Pakistan vs. India match, with additional fees limited to taxes as specified by the ICC.
However, on resale platforms, the landscape changes dramatically. VIP tickets for the marquee Pakistan vs. India encounter are fetching upwards of $40,000 each, accompanied by hefty fees reaching nearly $10,000, resulting in a staggering total surpassing $50,000. The entry-level ticket for the same match on StubHub starts at $1,259.
SeatGeek paints an even more extravagant picture, with the highest-priced ticket for the Pakistan vs. India match flirting with $175,000, inclusive of $50,000 in fees, nearing a quarter-million dollars in total cost. Conversely, the cheapest ticket on SeatGeek for the same fixture is listed at $1,166, excluding tax and additional fees.
In comparison, last year’s World Series tickets averaged around $1,100, NBA finals courtside seats reached heights of $24,000, and the average ticket for Super Bowl 58 hovered around $9,000 on the secondary market.
While matches featuring India are also seeing inflated resale prices, none quite rival the frenzy surrounding the Pakistan vs. India showdown, hailed as the most sought-after fixture of the tournament by the ICC, witnessing a staggering “200-times oversubscription” during the public ticket ballot.
The tournament’s director, Fawwaz Baksh, expressed delight at the overwhelming response, stating it exceeded expectations, particularly in the U.S. market, attributing the allure to the novelty of a World Cup event. Despite efforts to accommodate all fans, some inevitably missed out on securing tickets for their preferred matches.
Baksh remains optimistic, suggesting that returned tickets from sponsors and stakeholders may become available, advising hopeful attendees to monitor the ticket portal for potential opportunities. For those unable to secure tickets, he encourages participation in fan parks and associated activities to still partake in the tournament experience.
In essence, the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup promises an electrifying spectacle, with tickets serving as coveted treasures in the hands of passionate cricket aficionados.
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