As Bangladesh and Pakistan prepare to face each other in their upcoming Test series starting on August 21 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, it is not the players or the match itself that has caused excitement but the ticket prices announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Ticket prices are remarkably low, with the cheapest ones costing just 15 rupees (50 PKR), roughly the price of a samosa.
Internet users are excited about ticket prices
This unique pricing strategy quickly became a hot topic on social media platforms, especially on X, where users playfully compared the cost to that of everyday items. One viral comment highlighted the affordability in a humorous way: “Itne ka toh idhar 1 samosa aata hai.”
Itne ka toh idhar 1 samosa aata hai😭😭
– Vishwajeet (@Vishwajeet_9340) 13 August 2024
15 rs me to ek samosa aayega 😁😀 inke so called brand from 25 dollars ki selfie se 15 rs ke samose ki aukaat 😁😁 pe aa gaye
— Rishu singh Rajput (@Rishusi95529688) 13 August 2024
The PCB’s decision is aimed at making Test cricket more accessible to the masses, especially in light of recent home series defeats against Australia and England. Pakistan captain Shan Masood stressed that the team needs to redefine its playing identity to achieve better results in the upcoming matches.
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In contrast, ticket prices for Test matches vary considerably around the world. For example, for the India-England Test match earlier this year, ticket prices ranged from Rs 200 to Rs 1,500 per day, with premium options costing up to Rs 16,000 for season tickets.
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In England, the cost of attending a Test match, especially top series like the Ashes, has now risen significantly. A report by the Guardian last year found that the cheapest Ashes ticket at the Oval cost £105 (approximately ₹9,600), while the most expensive ticket at Lord’s cost £170 (approximately ₹15,500), reflecting rising running costs.
Are ticket prices for cricket test matches too high?
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The pricing strategy in Pakistan has attracted attention not only for its affordability but also sparked a debate about what is a fair price of entry for Test cricket given the differing standards around the world.
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The Bangladesh team has arrived in Pakistan four days ahead of schedule amid political unrest at home and is preparing for the two-match series, a crucial one for both teams as they look to assert their dominance and hone their on-field strategies.
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