Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan-India Clash Tickets Sell Out in Record Time
Cricket fans around the world are in frenzy mode as tickets for the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India showdown in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 were completely sold out within minutes after online sales went live. The marquee clash, scheduled for February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, witnessed unprecedented demand, with over 140,000 fans rushing to secure their spots in what is expected to be a blockbuster match.
Massive Ticket Rush for the Ultimate Rivalry
With ticket prices ranging from AED 500 to a staggering AED 12,500, the Pakistan-India match alone generated a record AED 45.6 million (approximately Rs 3.4 billion) in sales. The stadium’s 25,000-seat capacity was filled almost instantly, underscoring the sheer magnitude of this legendary cricketing rivalry.
Notably, it wasn’t just the Pakistan-India fixture that saw massive demand—all Champions Trophy matches scheduled in Dubai were quickly snapped up, accumulating a whopping AED 88.5 million in total ticket sales.
Pakistan Champions Trophy Tickets Also in High Demand
Meanwhile, in Pakistan, where 10 of the tournament’s 15 matches will be played, fans turned up in huge numbers to grab tickets for their favorite games. Long queues were witnessed at 108 ticketing centers across 26 cities, proving the overwhelming excitement for one of the biggest cricket tournaments to be hosted on home soil.
The Champions Trophy 2025, featuring the world’s top eight teams, will unfold over 19 days, delivering 15 high-intensity encounters. The final showdown, set for March 9, will see its tickets released following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai.
Pakistan Prepares for Champions Trophy & Tri-Nation Series
Pakistan, the defending Champions Trophy winners, will kick off their campaign with a February 19 clash against New Zealand in Karachi. But before that, they will host a tri-nation series featuring South Africa and New Zealand, beginning February 8 in Lahore.
In a historic development, Hina Munawar has been appointed as the team operations manager, making her the first woman to join the men’s national team’s management staff. Her addition marks a significant step toward inclusivity in Pakistan cricket administration.
With preparations in full swing and ticket sales breaking records, the Champions Trophy 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most spectacular tournaments in recent history. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting cricket’s biggest rivalry, as Pakistan and India gear up for another high-stakes battle under the Dubai lights.
