The Asia Cup 2025 match against India and Pakistan has not yet sold out of its tickets. On Sunday, September 14, the bitter rivals will square off at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
This is somewhat of a surprise given the size of the competition. However, the ‘package system’ that the promoters implemented is the explanation for the low demand for tickets for the ordinarily highly sought-after event. This year, supporters must purchase the entire bundle of seven matches, unlike prior tournaments where they could buy tickets only for the India-Pakistan match. Numerous members of the cricket community are said to have been dismayed by this.
The ‘package system’ was introduced with the intention of marketing not only the India-Pakistan match but also other matches. But it appears that the high price has backfired. Disappointment has been voiced by fans from both nations as well as other countries.
Additionally, online users have called for the distribution of single-match tickets closer to the game. A lot of people are also disappointed that the bundle does not include the Super Fours and the final, saying that if the elimination matches had been included, it would have made sense to buy the package.
Following the terror incidents in Pahalgam earlier this year, there has been a noticeable increase in hostility between the two nations.
A sizable contingent of Indian cricket supporters believed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) should withdraw from the Asia Cup 2025.
However, once the Indian government made clear that it would not participate in bilateral tournaments with Pakistan but would still participate in multi-nation events including Pakistan, the match was confirmed.
Currently, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Hong Kong are in Group B, while India, Pakistan, Oman, and the host United Arab Emirates are in Group A. The Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi and the Dubai International Cricket Stadium will host the competition.
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