India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy tickets sold out within minutes of going live
Cricket fans hoping to witness the electrifying India vs Pakistan clash in person were left disappointed as tickets vanished within minutes of release. The Champions Trophy encounter between India and Pakistan will be held on 23 February at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.With India scheduled to play all their matches in Dubai, the demand for tickets was unprecedented. Fans rushed to secure seats for the marquee showdown, only to find that most ticket categories, including premium options priced at AED 2,000 and AED 5,000, were snapped up almost instantly.advertisementHybrid Format and Ticket PricingThe 2025 Champions Trophy will be played in a hybrid format, with matches split between Pakistan and Dubai. India’s decision to play outside Pakistan led to a compromise, ensuring their fixtures take place in the UAE. Tickets for all of India’s matches, including a potential semi-final appearance, went live at 5:30 PM (IST) on 3 February.For those lucky enough to secure tickets, general stand prices at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium started at 125 Dirhams (Rs 2,965.43). Meanwhile, the pricing for other stands is yet to be confirmed by the International Cricket Council (ICC).Champions Trophy 2025: Groups and FixturesThe tournament, running from 19 February to 9 March, features eight teams competing across Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Dubai.Group A: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, New ZealandGroup B: Afghanistan, England, Australia, South AfricaIndia’s schedule at ICC Champions Trophy 2025Thursday, February 20: India vs Bangladesh at 1:00 PM (2:30 PM IST)Sunday, February 23: India vs Pakistan at 1:00 PM (2:30 PM IST)Sunday, March 2: India vs New Zealand at 1:00 PM (2:30 PM IST)The competition kicks off with hosts and defending champions Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi. With high expectations and blockbuster fixtures, the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promises to be an unmissable event.
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