Xtra Time Web Desk: The announcement of the India-Pakistan ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match on October 15 has led to a significant surge in hotel room rates in Ahmedabad. The highly anticipated clash between the arch-rivals have created an unprecedented demand for accommodation in the city on October 15, the day of the match at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Booking websites have reflected this surge in demand, with prices for hotel rooms skyrocketing to extraordinary levels. Some hotels are charging close to ₹1 lakh for a room, while others have already sold out for that particular day. The normal room rates, which typically range from ₹5,000 to ₹8,000 for an average day, have shot up to ₹40,000 in luxury hotels and even up to ₹1 lakh at certain establishments.
To illustrate the extent of the price hike, booking portals have shown a stark difference in room rates. For instance, the price of a deluxe room at Welcome Hotel by ITC Hotels is ₹5,699 on July 2, but on the match day, October 15, the same room is priced at a staggering ₹71,999.
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This surge in hotel room rates can be attributed to the unprecedented demand from cricket enthusiasts eager to witness the much-anticipated India-Pakistan encounter. The match’s significance, combined with the limited availability of hotel rooms, has resulted in an exponential increase in prices, highlighting the immense popularity and fervor surrounding cricket in the region.
Meanwhile, cricket fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the release of tickets for the highly anticipated World Cup 2023. Although the International Cricket Council (ICC) has not officially announced the release date, it is widely believed that the tickets will be made available to the public as early as next week. This news has sparked excitement among cricket enthusiasts, who are now preparing themselves for the forthcoming ticket rush.
In a bid to streamline the ticketing process and keep up with the modern world, the ICC has decided to digitalize the entire ticketing system. This means that fans will be able to purchase their tickets online, avoiding the hassle of physical queues and paper tickets. The move towards digitalization not only improves efficiency but also aligns with the growing trend of digital transactions in the modern era.