The online sale of tickets for the high-voltage T20 clash between India and South Africa, scheduled for December 9, 2025, at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, has officially begun. The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) confirmed that e-ticket bookings went live today at 2 PM, followed by offline sales starting December 5 at six designated counters at the stadium.
Ticket Sale Schedule
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Online Ticket Sale: Started at 2 PM today
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Offline Ticket Sale: From December 5 at Barabati Stadium counters
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Affiliated Unit Ticket Distribution: December 3 and 4, via OCA conference hall
Ticket Allotment & Capacity
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Total tickets: 23,000
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Online tickets: Only 2,000 initially
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Complimentary passes: 18,400
Ticket Prices (By Gallery/Enclosure)
| Category | Price (₹) |
|---|---|
| Gallery 1 & 3 | 1,100 |
| Gallery 2 & 4 | 900 |
| Gallery 5 | 1,200 |
| Gallery 7 | 700 |
| Special Enclosure | 6,000 |
| AC Box | 8,000 |
| New Pavilion | 10,000 |
| Corporate Box | 20,000 |
Enhanced Booking & Security Measures
OCA Secretary Sanjay Behera stated that the online ticketing system has been upgraded this year to ensure smoother booking, avoiding server crashes and technical glitches experienced in previous editions. Crowd management plans include limited online ticket allotment, structured offline distribution, and strict access control around counters.
First Ticket Offered to Lord Jagannath
In a ceremonial gesture, OCA officials visited the Jagannath Temple in Puri to offer the first ticket to Lord Jagannath, symbolically inviting divine blessings for the successful conduct of the match.
Cricket fans across Odisha and beyond are gearing up for this exciting international encounter, expected to draw massive crowds and electrify the iconic Barabati Stadium.
