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Sale of tickets for the much-anticipated day-night cricket match between India and England at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack will start on February 2, 2025. As many as 4,000 tickets will be sold online, informed Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Suryabanshi Suraj on Friday. The counter sale of tickets offline will be held for two days.
Cricket fans can purchase tickets for the upcoming India-England ODI from the counters at Barabati Stadium on February 5 and 6.
The Minister also announced that ahead of the counter sales, 4,000 tickets will be offered online for the fans. This move is expected to cater to the tech-savvy cricket enthusiasts keen to secure their spots early.
In an exciting addition, a fan park will be set up within the Barabati stadium precincts for the first time for the much anticipated ODI match between India and England on February 9, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance the match-day experience, providing entertainment and amenities for spectators.
Earlier on Wednesday, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi purchased the first ticket of the India-England ODI.
Twin City Police Commissioner informed that today a meeting was held with Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) and a blueprint is being prepared for the security, crowd management and other aspects.
“Spectators in large numbers will come to watch the match at Barabati stadium. Police will be friendly and they will be allowed to their respective stands and seats. Special traffic arrangements will also be made,” said Police Commissioner, S Debadatta Singh.
Cuttack Collector Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde said, “CCTV cameras will be installed at parking lots. Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) has already taken up works for beautification drive near the stadium. A detailed discussion will be held regarding the parking lots as the matter is sub-judice.”
OCA Secretary, Sanjay Behera said, “Online ticket sale will begin on February 2 and the affiliated units can buy tickets from the OCA. Similarly, offline ticket sales at the counters at Barabati stadium will be held on February 5 and 6.”
Behera said that the gates of Barabati stadium will be opened early. The association will make necessary drinking water arrangements for the spectators.
History of Barabati Stadium:
Barabati Stadium, established in 1958 by the Odisha Cricket Association, is one of India's oldest sports venues. Named after the adjacent Barabati Fort, the stadium hosted its first international ODI in 1982 which was between India and England. India defeated England by five wickets.
The stadium, which currently has a seating capacity of around 45,000, hosted its first Test match in 1987 (India vs Sri Lanka) apart from hosting World Cup matches in 1987 and 1996.
Barabati Stadium Pitch Condition:
Barabati is known for its variable pitch conditions, with often favouring spinners like Narendra Hirwani, Maninder Singh and Anil Kumble. Hirwani’s 6 for 59 runs against New Zealand's only innings during the 1995–96 Test match at Barabati Stadium is a testament to the pitch's assistance to spinners.
