Nearly 8.4 Million Ticket Requests Received for India and Pakistan's 2027 World Cup Clash
Organisers said nearly 3 million fans from 193 countries entered the ballot as demand surges for the 34,000-seat venue.
- Organizers reported on Nov 2 that nearly 8.4 million ticket applications were received for India and Pakistan's group-stage clash at the Cricket World Cup, reflecting intense global interest in the rivalry.
- The rivals are set to clash at The Wanderers in Johannesburg on October 10, 2027, a venue holding only 34,000 spectators despite the massive demand for tickets.
- More than 120 million total ticket requests have been received for the Cricket World Cup overall, with the final at the same Wanderers venue drawing almost eight million applications.
- Nearly three million fans from 193 countries have applied for tickets during the ballot window for the tournament co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, which remains open until November 21.
- India has won their past nine meetings against Pakistan, though the latter seeks their first victory since the Asia Cup; teams advancing through the Super 7 stage will reach the semi-finals.
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India-Pakistan 2027 World Cup clash draws 84 lakh ticket requests for 34,000 capacity stadium
According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), the match has received 8,397,294 requests through the ongoing ticket ballot. The demand far exceeds the stadium's capacity.
India vs Pakistan match for ODI World Cup 2027 gets 84 lakh requests for 34,000 seats
The India-Pakistan clash at the 2027 ODI World Cup has attracted more than 84 lakh ticket requests. The Wanderers Stadium, where the match is going to be played, has room for only 34,000 spectators.
ICC Receives 120 Million Ticket Requests For 2027 Men's Cricket World Cup
2.8 million unique fans from 193 countries have registered for the opportunity to purchase tickets for the 14th edition of ODI cricket's showpiece event, according to ICC Media release.
ICC receives 120 million ticket requests for 2027 Mens Cricket World Cup - The Tribune
Global demand for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 continues to build, with total ticket requests surpassing the 120 million mark (120,809,467 ticket applications have been received as of 1 November).
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