The excitement for the ICC Champions Trophy is palpable, especially with less than a week until the highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan on February 23. However, black marketers are capitalizing on this fervor, setting exorbitant ticket prices that have soared above 4 lakh INR for the clash. Such inflated pricing has made it challenging for fans to secure tickets through official channels.

The demand for tickets is immense, with the prices for premium seating at Dubai Stadium reaching as high as 5 lakh INR for the Grand Lounge. This situation has forced many fans to turn to the black market, where they face steep costs to witness this marquee event.

Despite Pakistan being the official host, all of India’s matches will occur in Dubai due to security concerns preventing the Indian team from traveling to Pakistan. As the tournament approaches, the stakes are high for both teams, particularly given India’s previous defeat to Pakistan in the 2021 T20 World Cup. The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling encounter as fans eagerly await this historic rivalry.