BGT 2024-25: Cricket Australia reveals impressive increase in ticket sales for Indian fans

Cricket Australia (CA) saw a record-breaking increase in ticket sales from India Australia vs India The 2024-25 test series, will be played for Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). Most notably, the two teams will face each other in a five-match series after more than thirteen years, starting on November 22. India and Australia have been competing with each other for a fierce battle in the world of cricket in recent times, due to several verbal encounters between the two teams.

Highlights of the latest rivalry: India vs Australia

The rivalry between the sides has intensified over the past year, highlighted by clashes at ICC events. Australia registered victories in both finals World Test Championship (WTC) as well as ODI World Cup 2023to achieve ultimate glory.

However, in the end he concluded T20 World Cup 2024, India had eliminated Australia in the Super Eight stage and won the second T20 World Cup. Historically, in the case of BGT, India have not lost the trophy since 2016 which included two consecutive victories by defeating Australia in their backyard.

Record ticket sales

Expecting another crackerjack of the series on the ground, a lot of Indian fans have booked their seats to witness this show live at the famous stadiums in Australia according to CA. This led to a record six-fold increase in the number of tickets purchased by Indian fans for the upcoming series compared to the previous season.

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Fun for Cricket Australia

General Manager of Events & Operations at Cricket Australia, Joel Morrisonexpressed his happiness at the record-breaking sales and welcomed the Indian fans in Australia, assuring them of an exciting and memorable experience.

“We are delighted to see so many Indian fans planning to travel to Australia for the NRMA Insurance Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. They can expect a warm welcome here. We are committed to providing an enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone in attendance, and we are confident that this series will be remembered for years to come,” Morrison was quoted as saying by the Times of India.

Introducing the fan zones of India

To enhance the viewing experience of Indian fans, Cricket Australia has also decided to launch Indian fan sites first in the Test series in Australia. These specially designed venues aim to create a fun and welcoming environment for Indian supporters, fostering a sense of community and celebration among fans at all venues during the series.

Border Gavaskar Trophy Schedule 2024-25

I a new edition of BGT will begin on November 22 for the first Test at Optus Stadium in Perth. The second Test will be a night match at the Adelaide Oval, from December 6 to 10. The historic Gabba in Brisbane will host the third Test from December 14 to 18. at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the series will conclude with the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney from January 3 to 7.

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