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ICC Under Fire: Lalit Modi Criticizes Sky-High Ticket Prices for India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash

India-Pakistan Rivalry Heats Up, So Do Ticket Prices

The upcoming ICC T20 World Cup promises a high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan. However, the excitement is overshadowed by controversy surrounding ticket prices. Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi has lashed out at the ICC for exorbitant prices, particularly for the “Diamond Club” section, reaching a staggering $20,000 (INR 16.6 lakh) per seat.

Lalit Modi Questions ICC’s Priorities

Taking to social media, Lalit Modi expressed his shock and disappointment. He argued that the T20 World Cup in the US should prioritize growing the game and fan engagement, not maximizing profits through gate collections. He used the hashtags #notcricket and #intlcouncilofcrooks to highlight his disapproval.

India-Pakistan: A Longstanding Rivalry

The upcoming match holds immense significance due to the longstanding rivalry between India and Pakistan. These teams have faced each other seven times at the T20 World Cup, including a thrilling final in 2007. Their encounters are consistently marked by high intensity and passionate fan support.

A History of Ticket Frenzy

This isn’t the first time India-Pakistan ticket prices have caused a stir. Their previous World Cup encounter in Ahmedabad witnessed a similar frenzy, leaving many fans struggling to secure tickets.

Lalit Modi Contrasts BCCI’s Approach

Interestingly, lalit Modi contrasted the ICC’s approach with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He previously praised the BCCI for its exceptional handling of the IPL, a league known for expanding cricket’s reach and achieving a top valuation globally.

India’s World Cup Schedule

India kicks off their World Cup journey on June 1st in New York, taking on Ireland first. The action continues with a highly anticipated clash against their arch-rivals, Pakistan, at the same venue. The team then faces the host nation, USA, before wrapping up the Group A stage against Canada. The India-Pakistan match promises to be electric, fueled by the long-standing passion between these two cricketing giants.

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