As the cricketing world gears up for the highly anticipated T20 World Cup, fans are feeling the heat, not just from the on-field clashes, but also from their wallets. The clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India has sent ticket prices soaring, reaching an eye-watering $2,500, as reported by Daily Jang, compared to the initial $1,300.
The showdown between Babar Azam’s and Rohit Sharma’s sides is scheduled for June 9 in New York, United States. With a sizable Pakistani and Indian diaspora in the US and Canada, demand for seats at this marquee fixture has surged, propelling prices to unprecedented levels.
India holds a dominant record against Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounters, winning six out of seven matches, including memorable victories in the 2007 final and the 2022 showdown in Melbourne.
The T20 extravaganza, spanning from June 1 to 29, will unfold across three venues in the US and six in the West Indies. The tournament opener will witness the US locking horns with Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas.
With 20 qualifying teams divided into four groups, the competition promises intense battles from the outset. The top two teams from each group will progress to the Super 8 round, where the stakes will soar higher.
Defending champions England, fresh from their triumph over Pakistan in the 2022 final, are poised to defend their title against formidable contenders.
Here are the groups for the T20 World Cup 2024:
**Group A**: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, United States
**Group B**: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman
**Group C**: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, Papua New Guinea
**Group D**: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Nepal
As anticipation reaches fever pitch, cricket enthusiasts are bracing themselves for an electrifying tournament filled with thrilling encounters and unforgettable moments.
