Category: Sports, Entertainment, Business

Tags: IPL 2026, IPL 2026 Ticket, INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE

IPL 2026 ticket prices are expected to rise sharply due to a GST increase from 28% to 40%, classifying IPL tickets as luxury entertainment. As a result, a base ticket priced at ₹1,000 could cost between ₹1,280 and ₹1,400. The site also notes that while IPL tickets are heavily taxed, international cricket matches have a lower GST rate of 18%, making them relatively more affordable. The article warns that the tax hike may discourage live attendance, pushing fans toward digital platforms like 12BET Cricket for match updates, analysis, and in-play coverage.