Champions League Latest: Babar Azam Suffers Mishap, Tickets for India-Pakistan Match Sell Out in Minutes

As excitement builds for the Champions Trophy, Babar Azam faces an unexpected off-field challenge, and fans rush to grab tickets for the marquee clash.

February 7, 2025: Babar Azam Faces Setback Before Champions Trophy 2025 as Fans Scramble for India-Pakistan Match Tickets

With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 just days away, teams are entering the final stages of preparation. Hosted by Pakistan and the UAE, the tournament has cricket fans eagerly awaiting the much-anticipated India-Pakistan group-stage clash on February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. However, amidst the buzz, Pakistan captain Babar Azam experienced a personal mishap.

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Babar took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce that he had lost his phone and contacts. “I have lost my phone and contacts. Will get back to everyone as soon as I find it,” he wrote, leaving fans sympathizing with his situation ahead of the tournament.

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India-Pakistan Match Tickets Sell Out in Minutes:

The hype surrounding the India-Pakistan game reached fever pitch as tickets for the clash sold out within minutes of going live. Over 150,000 fans queued online, with many waiting for over an hour, only to find limited categories available at premium prices. The Platinum section tickets, priced at Dh2,000 (approximately ₹47,434), and the Grand Lounge tickets, costing Dh5,000 (approximately ₹1.8 lakh), were quickly snapped up.

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Sudhashree, a Dubai resident, shared her experience: “I anticipated a long queue, but the speed at which tickets vanished was shocking. By the time I secured my place, only two categories remained, both beyond my budget.”

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with a seating capacity of 25,000, is set to host this marquee clash. The demand for tickets underscores the immense popularity and significance of the India-Pakistan rivalry in world cricket.

Babar Azam’s Crucial Role:

As the captain of the host nation, Babar Azam will be pivotal in Pakistan’s campaign. The team is eager to replicate the glory of their 2017 Champions Trophy triumph, the last ICC event Pakistan won. With the tournament being held on a hybrid model, Pakistan will aim to impress on home soil and at neutral venues in the UAE.

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