Asia Cup 2023: IND vs BAN: It is very rare to witness empty stands in Team India’s matches. However, it was visible during IND vs BAN Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 clash. With the match holding not much significance, many Indian stars including Virat Kohli have been rested for the game which could explain the reason behind empty stands and dull crowd.
However, a contrasting atmosphere was seen during PAK vs SL on Thursday where a packed crowd stayed till 1 AM to watch Sri Lanka qualify for Asia Cup 2023 final in last-ball thriller.
Empty stands in Asia Cup 2023, not first time
This is not the first time that an Asia Cup match saw less buzz and crowd. Earlier, one of the most iconic cricketing rivalry match between India and Pakistan at Pallekele saw empty spaces in stands.
Rain was the biggest reason behind the spectators skipping the IND vs PAK game as it was predicted earlier that the game will be a washout.
The Super 4 match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh too saw less crowd in the stands.
IND vs SL Asia Cup Final Tickets expected to sell out
While the crowd turn out in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 has been disappointing, the IND vs SL Asia Cup final could see a full-packed R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. With defending champions playing in front of the home crowd, fans are expected to turn up for the big event.
Sri Lanka Cricket has also tweeted about the tickets of the final getting sold out quickly and urged the fans to book their seats as soon as possible.
India and Sri Lanka will face each other in Asia Cup final for the 7th time. The Men in Blue enjoy an upper hand against the home side in finals, winning 4 out of the 6 matchs played so far.
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