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Big Update! Fans To Get Refunds After LSG vs RCB Match Cancellation At Ekana

Soumyajit Dutta

Ticket refund announced for Ekana [Source: @maniacforsports/X]Ticket refund announced for Ekana [Source: @maniacforsports/X]

According to an official announcement from Lucknow Super Giants, it has been confirmed that tickets purchased for the highly anticipated IPL 2025 match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), scheduled for May 9 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, will be fully refunded. 

The decision follows the week-long suspension of the IPL season due to escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border.

Ticket Holders to Be Compensated for Cancelled Ekana Game

The match was called off abruptly after the previous day’s game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at Dharamshala was abandoned midway because of security concerns and a blackout caused by air raid alerts in nearby areas. 

Although Lucknow is geographically distant from the border, the unpredictable nature of the security situation led the authorities and BCCI to prioritize the safety of players, staff, and spectators by cancelling the LSG-RCB fixture.

Although LSG has yet to provide an update on the refund procedure, it can be understood that approximately 45,000 fans have booked tickets for the match and the refund process will be automatic for those who purchased tickets online through official platforms. Fans who bought physical tickets from box offices will be required to return their tickets at the point of purchase to claim refunds. 

What's Next For IPL 2025?

Devajit Saikia, IPL’s tournament director, emphasized, “Players, spectators, and support staff’s safety is our priority. We will do everything in the best interest of the nation and monitor the situation closely,” as quoted by SportsTak.

With 58 matches completed and 16 remaining-including 12 league games and 4 playoffs-the future of IPL 2025 remains uncertain. The BCCI has not announced any timeline for resumption. Meanwhile, fans are urged to stay updated through official channels for further announcements regarding ticket refunds and the league’s status.