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Khaleej Times
16-02-2025
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- Khaleej Times
Champions Trophy in Dubai: India-Pakistan match tickets sell out in minutes after second sale
Tickets for the India-Pakistan match were all sold out once again on Sunday after the ICC announced more passes would be available. This time, fans beat last time's record, with tickets for the highly-anticipated match selling out within minutes. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Ajanta P, an Abu Dhabi resident who had been trying her luck with three devices, was taken by surprise when she saw the tickets were sold out. "I was waiting with three devices. I was able to get into the website on my phone at 12.05pm when I saw the tickets were already sold out." The tickets were made available at 12pm on the ICC's website. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The additional tickets were made available for the three group matches that India will play and the first semi-final. Dubai resident Tasmiyah A, who was stuck in line the first time the tickets went on sale, had a similar fate today when she tried to buy tickets. "It had been only around 10 minutes when I was taken to the website and saw the tickets were all sold out. Last time, I was waiting in the virtual line for almost an hour to just find the tickets were all gone." Tasmiyah now plans to watch the match at one of the screening venues across the city, surrounded by friends and family. "I don't want to be alone at home while watching the match. Community is what makes these games more thrilling." At the time of publishing this article, tickets for India's opening group match with Bangladesh on February 20 remain available. Meanwhile, some tickets for the match between New Zealand and India which is set to take place on March 2 are yet to be sold out. The tickets for the first semi-final set to take place on March 4 are still available in some categories. Tickets for this match starts at Dh300. The ICC Men's Champions Trophy Final tickets – to be played on Sunday 9 March - will be available for purchase following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai. For those who aren't able to snag a ticket but would still like to watch the match surrounded by the frenzy of fans, here is a guide to the hot spots around town to catch the screening of the game. Initially sold on February 3, tickets to India's matches and semi-final in Dubai had sold out in less than an hour as fans lined up virtually to get a hold of the much-awaited tickets. Many fans were left disappointed after failing to secure the tickets. Some resellers on the other hand were selling these treasured passes for up to seven times the original price. Airfares have seen a rise prior to the highly-anticipated India Pakistan match, with travel experts predicting a steep rise in bookings and airfare spikes between 20 and 50 per cent, with last-minute fares potentially doubling. In December 2024, the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed Dubai as a neutral venue to host the India matches.
Int'l Cricket Council
16-02-2025
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- Int'l Cricket Council
New tickets made available for Champions Trophy matches in Dubai
The additional tickets will be available for the three group matches that India at the tournament and the first semi-final and will go on sale to fans from 12 PM GST (Gulf Standard Time) on Sunday February 16. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Shastri, Ponting preview the epic ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 | The ICC Review Tickets will be available for India's opening group match with Bangladesh on February 20, while there will also be tickets available for their games against arch-rival Pakistan (February 23) and New Zealand (March 2) at the eight-team tournament. There will also be limited tickets available for semi-final 1 that will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, March 4. Tickets can be purchased online here. India v England | Match Highlights | 2013 Champions Trophy Final ICC Men's Champions Trophy Final tickets – to be played on Sunday 9 March - will be available for purchase following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai. The thrilling 19-day competition will see the world's top eight teams put it all on the line in 15 intense matches across 19 days, with every match counting in the pursuit of the iconic white jackets. India v South Africa | Match Highlights | 2002 Champions Trophy ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 News Breaking News
Khaleej Times
16-02-2025
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- Khaleej Times
India matches in Dubai: More Champions Trophy tickets to go on sale today
New tickets will go on sale on Sunday as the ICC announced the availability of for tickets to the Champions Trophy matches in Dubai. The additional tickets will be available for the three group matches that India will play and the first semi-final. These will go on sale from 12pm on Sunday, February 16. Tickets will be available for India's opening group match with Bangladesh on February 20, while there will also be tickets available for their games against arch-rival Pakistan (February 23) and New Zealand (March 2) at the eight-team tournament. There will also be limited tickets available for semi-final 1 that will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, March 4. ICC Men's Champions Trophy Final tickets – to be played on Sunday 9 March - will be available for purchase following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai.
Khaleej Times
27-01-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan announces ticket prices, release date
Tickets for ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Pakistan, including group stage fixtures and the second semi-final will go on general sale on January 28 at 1pm UAE time. While tickets for matches taking place in the UAE will be announced shortly, fans can now register their interest on the official website. The India matches will be played in Dubai on February 20 and 23, and March 2. For the matches in Pakistan, general stand ticket prices will start from 1,000 Pakistan Rupees, with premium seating available from 1,500 Pakistan Rupees in different categories across the 10 matches taking place in Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi. Physical tickets will also be available for purchase from February 3 at designated TCS Express centres across Pakistan, with details to be announced later. ICC Men's Champions Trophy Final tickets – to be played on March 9 – will be available for purchase following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai. The two-week competition will see the world's top eight teams put it all on the line in 15 intense matches across 19 days. 'We are thrilled to announce the official ticket on-sale for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025. This is a significant moment for cricket in Pakistan, hosting their first global cricket tournament since 1996," ICC Chief Commercial Officer, Anurag Dahiya said. 'The affordable ticket pricing ensures that fans from all walks of life can be part of this historic spectacle, making it a celebration for all generations of cricket lovers. This is a unique opportunity for families to come together, for parents to introduce their children to the magic of live cricket and to inspire a lifelong love for the sport. The energy, excitement and unforgettable memories of watching world-class cricket from the stands will be truly priceless," Tournament Director, Sumair Ahmad Syed said: 'We have made tickets not only affordable but also easily accessible through the official online platform and more than 100 outlets across Pakistan. I urge all fans to secure their tickets only through this authorised channel to ensure a smooth experience," he added.
