SCG ODI and Manuka T20I matches sold out as India fever rises

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The Australia vs India white-ball series, scheduled for October and November, has sparked extraordinary enthusiasm among cricket lovers, particularly within the Indian diaspora. Following record-breaking Ashes ticket sales, demand for these matches has surged, with over 90,000 tickets sold for the eight games within just two weeks of public release.

Public allocations for the SCG ODI and the Manuka Oval (Canberra) T20I have already sold out—four months ahead of the fixtures—highlighting the intense anticipation surrounding the series. Meanwhile, matches at the MCG and the Gabba are also experiencing strong sales momentum.

According to Cricket Australia, Indian fan clubs have accounted for more than 16% of the tickets sold to date. The Bharat Army has emerged as one of the most active supporters’ groups, securing over 2,400 tickets. Fans India has also shown notable interest, purchasing more than 1,400 tickets.

Individual and community interest has been equally impressive. Amit Goyal from Brissy Baniyas, part of the Aggarwal community, has acquired 880 tickets for the Gabba T20I—making him the largest individual ticket purchaser for a single match. The Indian Community of Gold Coast and Pakka Local have each bought over 500 tickets for the Gold Coast and MCG T20Is.

Joel Morrison, Executive General Manager of Events & Operations at Cricket Australia, said the early sell-outs are “a testament to the tremendous interest for the upcoming season amongst cricket fans.”

“We are thrilled to see continued strong engagement amongst the Indian diaspora, off the back of a record-breaking Border-Gavaskar series last summer,” Morrison added. “The forecast strong turnout of Australian and Indian fans means we’ll again have a fantastic atmosphere at each match.”

He also encouraged supporters to act quickly: “There is extreme interest in what promises to be our biggest ever summer of cricket, so we encourage fans to buy early to avoid missing out on the action.”

Australian viewers can watch the NRMA Insurance Men’s Ashes and the Women’s Series against India on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Seven and 7plus. The Men’s ODI and T20I Series against South Africa and India will also be available on Foxtel and Kayo Sports, while ABC, Triple M and SEN will provide radio coverage throughout the international season.

To secure your tickets for the upcoming summer, please visit: https://www.cricket.com.au/tickets

Men’s ODI Series v India

  • Sunday, 19 October: Perth Stadium, Perth (D/N)
  • Thursday, 23 October: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide (D/N)
  • Saturday, 25 October: SCG, Sydney (D/N)

Men’s T20I Series v India

  • Wednesday, 29 October: Manuka Oval, Canberra (N)
  • Friday, 31 October: MCG, Melbourne (N)
  • Sunday, 2 November: Bellerive Oval, Hobart (N)
  • Thursday, 6 November: Gold Coast Stadium, Gold Coast (N)
  • Saturday, 8 November: The Gabba, Brisbane (N)

Women’s T20I Series v India

  • Sunday, 15 February: SCG, Sydney (N)
  • Thursday, 19 February: Manuka Oval, Canberra (N)
  • Saturday, 21 February: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide (N)

Women’s ODI Series v India

  • Tuesday, 24 February: Allan Border Field, Brisbane (D/N)
  • Friday, 27 February: Bellerive Oval, Hobart (D/N)
  • Sunday, 1 March: CitiPower Centre, Melbourne (D/N)

Women’s Test v India

  • 6–9 March: WACA Ground, Perth (D/N)
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